GI cells Flashcards
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mucous cells
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found in basal regions of glands. produce mucous that protects the stomach lining and lubricates food
2
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G cells
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release gastrin
3
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D cells
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release somatostatin
4
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parietal cells
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found in gland apical region amongst chief cells. produce HCl and intrinsic factors
5
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chief cells
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produce pepsinogen (used in protein digestion)
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enteroendocrine cells
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located in deep glands. secrete histamine, somatostatin, serotonin and ghrelin
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S cells
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release secretin, found mainly in mucosa of duodenum. released in response to a decrease in pH in duodenum
