Question

which type of gastric cell secretes intrinsic factor?
a mucous cell
b parietal cell
c chief cell
d g - cell

Explanation:

Parietal cells in the stomach secrete intrinsic factor which is essential for vitamin B12 absorption. Mucous cells secrete mucus, chief cells secrete pepsinogen, and G - cells secrete gastrin.

Answer:

B. Parietal cell