PHYSIOLOGY
GASTROINTESTINAL PHYSIOLOGY
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Question
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The function of the liver/liver is to metabolize fats, proteins and carbohydrates
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The function of the pancreas is to produce bilirubin
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In the stomach there are normal flora bacteria E. coli
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Most water absorption is in the jejenum
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Detailed explanation-1: -The liver plays a unique role in controlling carbohydrate metabolism by maintaining glucose concentrations in a normal range. This is achieved by a tightly regulated system of enzymes and kinases regulating either glucose breakdown or synthesis in hepatocytes.
Detailed explanation-2: -The liver is the major site for converting excess carbohydrates and proteins into fatty acids and triglyceride, which are then exported and stored in adipose tissue. The liver synthesizes large quantities of cholesterol and phospholipids.
Detailed explanation-3: -Production of bile, which helps carry away waste and break down fats in the small intestine during digestion. Production of certain proteins for blood plasma. Production of cholesterol and special proteins to help carry fats through the body. More items