GI Tract (Quiz 3 Info) Flashcards
1
Q
What is the primary purpose of the colon?
A
Responsible for water and electrolyte reabsorption (lacks digestive enzymes)
2
Q
T or F: Butyric acid accounts for 70% of gut microflora energy.
A
False. Acetic acid accounts for 70% of gut microflora energy.
3
Q
What is the function of butyric acid in the gut?
A
Differentiation. Tells colonocytes they are colonocytes.
4
Q
T or F: The islets of langerthans produces endocrine and alpha and beta cells.
A
True.
5
Q
What do alpha and beta cells produce?
A
- Alpha - glucagon
- Beta - insulin
6
Q
What important things does the pancreatic acini produce?
A
Bicarbonate and digestive enzymes
7
Q
What acids does the liver produce?
A
- Taurocholic
- Glycocholic
