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State the site of production and function of Secretin, Gastrin, and Cholecystokinin.
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Solution
i. Site of production: Secretin, gastrin, and cholecystokinin are secreted in the gastrointestinal tract
ii. Functions:
Secretin: It is responsible for the secretion of pancreatic juice from the pancreas and bile from the liver.
Gastrin: It stimulates gastric glands to produce gastric juice.
Cholecystokin in CCK/ Pancreozymin PZ: It stimulates the pancreas to release enzymes and also stimulates the gall bladder to release bile.
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