PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

ALIMENTARY TRACT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Whcih of the folowing organs secretes enzymes, specifically amylase, that digests carbohydrates only?
A
large intestine
B
stomach
C
small intestine
D
oral cavity
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -As such, enzymes such as alpha-amylase secreted by salivary glands in the oral cavity and also by the pancreas cannot function in the stomach, and thus digestion of carbohydrates does not occur in the stomach.

Detailed explanation-2: -There are two kinds of amylase enzymes: Alpha-amylase (ptyalin), which is produced by the salivary glands. This enzyme begins starch digestion in the mouth and continues to work in the stomach. Pancreatic amylase, which is secreted by the pancreas into the small intestine.

Detailed explanation-3: -P-type amylase is synthesized by pancreatic acinar cells and secreted into the intestinal tract via the pancreatic duct system.

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