Disorders of stomach Flashcards
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Action of gastrin
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Gastrin secreted by G cells in antrum of stomach Stimulated by distention Inhibited by low antral pH, somatostatin Actions - Increases HCL, IF secretion ,pepsinogen Increases gastric motility Stimulates growth of gastric mucosa
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Most sensitive test for identifying gastrinoma
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Somatostatin receptor scintigraphy
