10 Questions
What is the primary function of lingual and gastric lipases in patients with a near or complete absence of pancreatic lipase?
Breaking down TAG molecules
How do bile salts contribute to the emulsification process of dietary lipids?
Stabilizing lipid particles to prevent coalescing
Which mechanism increases the surface area of hydrophobic lipid droplets for effective enzyme action in the small intestine?
Peristalsis
What is the role of pancreatic enzymes in the degradation of dietary lipids?
Breaking down TAG, cholesteryl esters, and phospholipids
Which statement accurately describes the function of mixed micelles in lipid absorption?
Facilitating the passage of lipids through the intestinal wall
How do bile salts interact with dietary lipid particles during emulsification?
Stabilize lipid particles and prevent coalescing
Which process occurs in the duodenum and helps increase the surface area of hydrophobic lipid droplets?
Peristalsis
What is a derivative of cholesterol that plays a key role in emulsifying dietary lipids?
Bile Salts
What is the primary function of lingual and gastric lipases in patients with a near or complete absence of pancreatic lipase?
Degrading TAG molecules
What does emulsification achieve in lipid digestion?
Increase surface area for enzyme action
Explore the formation and function of mixed micelles in lipid absorption in the intestine. Learn how these disk-shaped clusters of amphipathic lipids aid in the solubility and absorption of important nutrients. Understand the role of mixed micelles at the brush border membrane of enterocytes.
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