noun
- Plural of gastrin; hormones produced by cells in the stomach that stimulate the secretion of gastric acid and aid in digestion.
Usage: medical/scientific term; typically used in plural form when referring to multiple instances or types
Examples
- Gastrins are released when food enters the stomach.
- The body produces gastrins to help break down proteins during digestion.
- High levels of gastrins can lead to excessive stomach acid production.
- Researchers studied how gastrins regulate digestive processes.
- Certain medications can inhibit the release of gastrins.