Which of the following is correct?

Options

A. paneth cells secrete pepsinogen
B. parietal cells secrete hydrochloric acid
C. argentaffin cells secrete mucus
D. chief cells secrete gastrin

Answer

B

Explanation

Parietal cells are present in the epithelium of the gastric glands. They are large and are most numerous on the side walls of the glands. They are also called oxyntic cells as they stain strongly with cosin. They secrete hydrochloric acid and Castle intrinsic factor.