Migratory motor complex is initiated by-
Correct Answer: Motilin
Description: Ans. is 'b' i.e., Motilin Migratory motor complexes* The gastric antrum shows bursts of propulsive (peristalitic) muscular activity every 90 minutes.* The activity is conducted along the entire length of the small intestine, from stomach to distal ileum, at a rate of about 5 cm per minute. As soon as the activity reaches the terminal ileum, a new wave begins in the stomach.* The purpose of MMC is to clear the stomach and small intestine of luminal contents in preparation for the next meal.* The MMCs are initiated by motilin
Category:
Physiology
Get More
Subject Mock Tests
Practice with over 200,000 questions from various medical subjects and improve your knowledge.
Attempt a mock test nowMock Exam
Take an exam with 100 random questions selected from all subjects to test your knowledge.
Coming SoonGet More
Subject Mock Tests
Try practicing mock tests with over 200,000 questions from various medical subjects.
Attempt a mock test now