Which of the following describes ghrelin? Choose the correct option

A) A peptide highly concentrated in the intestines that is released into the bloodstream when the intestines are empty
B) A peptide released by the magnocellular cells of the hypothalamus when the stomach is full
C) A peptide released by the magnocellular cells of the hypothalamus when the stomach is empty
D) A peptide highly concentrated in the stomach that is released into the bloodstream when the stomach is empty


Ans: D

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