Which statement regarding control of pancreatic secretion is correct?
A)Gastrin stimulates release of a substance that neutralizes acid.
B)CCK stimulates release of enzymes.
C)Secretin stimulates release of bicarbonate.
D)All of the above are correct.
E)Only b and c are correct.

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Gastrin does stimulate secretion but it does not neutralize acid, thus A is incorrect. CCK (cholecystokinin) stimulates the secretion of digestive enzymes from the pancreas, making statement B correct. Secretin stimulates the secretion of bicarbonate-rich fluid from the pancreas, making statement C correct. Therefore, both B and C are correct, making E the best choice.

Which Statement Regarding Control of Pancreatic Secretion Is Correct