When food distends the duodenum, the duodenum releases which hormone?
A) CCK
B) Aldosterone
C) angiotensin II
D) Prolactin

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When food distends the duodenum, it releases the hormone CCK (cholecystokinin) which stimulates the release of digestive enzymes from the pancreas and bile from the gallbladder. Aldosterone is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands that regulates sodium and potassium levels in the body, angiotensin II is a hormone that raises blood pressure, and prolactin is a hormone that stimulates milk production in females. None of these hormones are released by the duodenum in response to food distension.

When Food Distends the Duodenum, the Duodenum Releases Which Hormone