True about MMC (Migrating Motor Complex) is:
Migrating Motor Complex: House keeper of intestine, Clears the debris in post-absorptive phase Once in 90 minutes 3 phases: 1. Phase 1- 70 mins, quiescent phase, only slow waves 2. Phase 2- 10-15 mins, irregular contractions 3. Phase 3- 5-10 mins Motilin: Hormone that strengthens the MMC contraction Erythromycin binds with motilin receptors.
Once in 90 minutes
Occurs in post-absorptive stage
Phase 1 shows irregular contractions
Motilin decreases MMC contraction
Gastrointestinal System