Parietal cells and their secretions are not involved in

A) the absorption of vitamin B12.
B) erythropoiesis.
C) the release of bicarbonate into the stomach.
D) activation of pepsinogen to pepsin.
E) the release of bicarbonate into the blood.


Answer: C

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