Overview of GI tract Flashcards
1
Q
8.5L od fluid enter the Gi tract every day, how much is absorbed and where does most of this absorption occur?
A
More than 8L (over 90%) is absorbed and most of this is in the small intestine. The colon only absorbs about 200mL.
2
Q
What germ layer is the gut tube derived from?
A
Endoderm.
