Biology Digestion/Nutrition MDCAT 2017
PMDC Verified Question 37 of 48
Gastric Pit Neck Region Base / Fundus X


Following is the structure of gastric glands in stomach wall where 'X' is:
A
Mucosa
B
Visceral fat cells
C
Mucus cells
D
Oxyntic cells
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Official Correct Choice:
Option D: Oxyntic cells
Concept:

The gastric gland is a pit-like structure with specific cell types occupying distinct anatomical zones within the gland.

Formula:

N/A

Solution:

  • In standard histological diagrams of the gastric gland, the larger, often bulged cells located prominently in the neck and upper body of the gland are the Parietal cells.
  • These cells are alternatively and properly referred to as Oxyntic cells, responsible for secreting Hydrochloric Acid (HCl).


Why other options are incorrect:

Mucus cells are strictly located at the very top (surface and upper neck). Visceral fat cells are not present within the epithelial lining. Mucosa is the name of the entire tissue layer, not a specific cell.

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