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gastrin

/ˈɡæstrɪn/ noun · British & US
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What does gastrin mean?

noun

A peptide hormone produced by the G cells of the stomach lining that stimulates secretion of gastric acid.

Example

"The gastrin levels in the patient's blood were elevated, indicating a possible stomach ulcer."

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