Secretin vs. Gastrin

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Difference Between Secretin and Gastrin
Secretinnoun
(hormone) A peptide hormone, secreted by the duodenum, that serves to regulate its acidity
Gastrinnoun
(hormone) A hormone that stimulates the production of gastric acid in the stomach
Secretinnoun
peptic hormone produced by the mucous lining of the small intestine; can stimulate secretion by the pancreas and liver
Gastrinnoun
polypeptide hormone secreted by the mucous lining of the stomach; induces the secretion of gastric juice
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