Q155 / 200 · NEET 2005 · Zoology

Secretin and cholecystokinin are digestive hormones. They are secreted in:

  • A
    pyloric stomach
  • Correct answer
    B
    duodenum
  • C
    ileum
  • D
    oesophagus.

Solution

Secretin and cholecystokinin (CCK) are two main gastrointestinal (GI) hormones secreted in duodenum of alimentary canal. CCK stimulates gall bladder contraction and thus increases the flow of bile salts into the intestine. While, secretin stimulates the release of an alkaline pancreatic fluid that neutralizes stomach acid as it enters the intestine. Related Theory Figure

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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