In this article we will discuss about Bile:- 1. Role of Bile 2. Properties of Gall-Bladder Bile 3. Daily Formation 4. Composition 5. Bile Acids 6. Bile Salts 7. Clinical Significance 8. Bile Pigments 9. Enterohepatic Circulation 10. Functions. Contents: Role of Bile Properties of Gall-Bladder Bile Daily Formation of Bile Composition of Bile Bile Acids Bile Salts Clinical Significance [...]
In this article we will discuss about the Subject Matter and Classification of Gall-Stones. Subject Matter of Gall-Stones: In the gall-bladder, cholesterol is solubilized by being held in micelles together with conjugated bile salts and phospholipids. The solubility depends on the ratio of cholesterol to bile salts plus phospholipids. The secretion of phospholipids into the bile depends on the availability [...]
In this article we will discuss about the Digestion and Absorption of Fats from Gastrointestinal Tract. Digestion of Fats: Stomach: Lipase present in the stomach is unable to hydrolyze fats owing to the high acidity of the gastric contents. Therefore, the major part of the ingested fat is digested in the small intestine. Small Intestine: The ingested fat reaching the [...]