Which of the following organs contain hormone-secreting cells?
A)stomach
B)liver
C)skin
D)stomach, liver, and skin
E)none of the choices is correct

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The stomach contains hormone-secreting cells that produce gastrin, which stimulates the release of hydrochloric acid in response to food. The liver contains endocrine cells that secrete insulin-like growth factors and thrombopoietin. The skin contains hormone-secreting cells that produce melanocyte-stimulating hormone and vitamin D. Therefore, all three organs contain hormone-secreting cells.

Which of the Following Organs Contain Hormone-Secreting Cells