Meaning of GASTRIN

Pronunciation:			'gastrin
WordNet Dictionary
	Definition:		[n]  polypeptide hormone secreted by the mucous lining of the stomach; induces the secretion of gastric juice
	See Also:		hormone, internal secretion
Biology Dictionary
	Definition:		One of a group of peptide hormones secreted by the stomach during digestion to increase the amount of hydrochloric acid and pepsin within the stomach. The different gastrin hormones have a wide range of sizes and strengths.