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A tumor producing large amounts of gastrin DOES NOT include:

  • A. Hyperplasia of gastric epithelium
  • B. Hyperplasia of gastric mucosal lymphocytes
  • C. Excessive gastric acid secretion
  • D. Histamine secretion in the gastric mucosa
Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Hyperplasia of gastric mucosal lymphocytes. In a tumor producing large amounts of gastrin, hyperplasia of gastric epithelium (choice A) is expected due to increased gastrin stimulation. Excessive gastric acid secretion (choice C) is also expected as gastrin stimulates acid production. Histamine secretion in the gastric mucosa (choice D) can occur as histamine is released in response to gastrin. However, hyperplasia of gastric mucosal lymphocytes (choice B) is not a direct consequence of increased gastrin levels. Lymphocyte hyperplasia is more commonly associated with chronic inflammation or infection rather than gastrin overproduction.