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Which structure does the common bile duct empty into?
duodenum
Where are Kupffer cells located?
in the liver (responsible for phagocytosis)
How many sphincters are located in the anus?
2
This auto-immune disorder occurs when the body makes antibodies and attacks the microvilli when sufferers ingest gluten
celiac disease
Alcoholics are prone to developing this liver disease, which results in scarring to the liver
cirrhosis
This structure helps to decrease the bacterial content of the food we ingest by secreting powerful acids
stomach
What is the name of the tiny, worm-like structure that is attached to the cecum?
appendix
secretions from the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas enter the alimentary canal here
duodenum
What is the medical term for cavities in your teeth?
dental caries
Describe the difference between chemical and mechanical digestion
mechanical- breaking down by physical means (chewing, churning). Chemical- breaking down with enzymes, acids, juices, etc...
What is the primary function of the large intestine?
to absorb water and electrolytes
What is the name for the wave-like contractions that move food along the alimentary canal?
peristalsis
What is the name of the contents of the stomach, which are made up of partially digested food and digestive enzymes?
chyme
A woman complains of RUQ pain, nausea, and vomiting after eating a cheeseburger. What condition would you suspect?
cholecystitis
With this condition, there are pouch-like pockets that line the alimentary canal
diverticulosis
There are various forms of this virus that attack the liver
hepatitis
Which condition occurs when part of the stomach extends into the thoracic cavity?
hiatal hernia
The cecum, colon, and rectum are parts of which structure?
large intestine
Name the 3 regions of the small intestine
duodenum, jejunum, ileum
What is the name for the folds in the stomach which allow it to expand in size?
rugae
Which structure is responsible for the production of bile, plasma proteins, and detoxifying the blood?
liver
What is the name of the tiny projections (surrounded with capillaries) which help the small intestine absorb nutrients??
villi/ microvilli
Name the 3 regions of the stomach
body, pylorus, fundus
Which structure stores and concentrates bile?
gallbladder
What is the name of the long hollow tube that begins with the mouth and ends with the anus?
alimentary canal
Which structure carries from from the pharynx to the stomach?
esophagus
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