8 Questions
What organ secretes bile?
Liver
Which phase is responsible for the integration of gastric and intestinal functions?
Intestinal phase
What facilitates fat absorption in the digestive system?
Bile salts
Which phase is associated with the cephalic response to food intake?
Cephalic phase
What is the primary function of bile salts in the digestive system?
Emulsify fats to aid in their absorption
Which phase of GI function is responsible for the cephalic response to food intake?
The Cephalic Phase
What is the main organ responsible for the secretion of bile?
The Liver
Which phase of GI function involves the integration of both gastric and intestinal activities?
Integrated Function: The Intestinal Phase
Test your knowledge of the regulation of gastrointestinal function and the integrated phases of digestion with this quiz. Explore topics such as the cephalic, gastric, and intestinal phases, as well as the role of the liver in digestion.
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