Role of the Gallbladder Flashcards
1
Q
What is the main role of the gallbladder?
A
STORES and CONCENTRATES bile
2
Q
Approximately how much bile is stored?
A
50cc
3
Q
When does the gallbladder secrete the bile?
A
In response to the presense of fat in the duodenum
4
Q
What makes up bile?
A
Water, bile salts, phospholipids, cholesterol, and bilirubin
5
Q
The gallbladder is controlled by what (in response to fat entering the duodenum)?
A
CCK
6
Q
What causes the contraction of the gallbladder?
A
CCK
