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Chapter 15
The stomach
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Stomach | A J-shaped organ that lies on the left side of the abdominal cavity. |
| Rugae | The folds of the stomach that allow for the stomach to expand when necessary. |
| Regions of the stomach | 1) Cardiac region, fundic region, body region, and pyloric region. |
| Gastric glands | Glands found in the cells that line the inside of the stomach. These glands secrete gastric juices that contain enzymes, hydrochloric acid, and mucus. |
| Intrinsic factors | A glycoprotein released by stomach cells. Intrinsic factors prevent the vitamin, B12, from being destroyed by stomach acid. |
| Gastrin | A hormone that affects the stomach. Gastrin causes the stomach contractions and secretions to occur. |
| Chyme | The liquid that leaves the stomach and enters the small intestine. |
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