Parietal cell loss in autoimmune gastritis primarily occurs in which region of the stomach?
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Correct answer: Body and Fundus
Autoimmune gastritis specifically targets the oxyntic mucosa, which contains the parietal cells. Therefore, the atrophy and inflammation are localized to the body and fundus, while the antrum is usually spared.
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