Parietal Cells Secrete

Question

Parietal cells secrete
A) Mucus
B) Gastrin
C) Vitamin B12
D) Intrinsic factor and HCl
E) Pepsinogen

Accepted Answer

Parietal cells, located in the stomach lining, are responsible for secreting hydrochloric acid (HCl) and intrinsic factor. HCl aids in digestion and intrinsic factor is crucial for the absorption of vitamin B12.