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Bile
What are the functions of bile canaliculi?
The apical surfaces of hepatocytes are specialized to form the boundaries of the bile canaliculi. The canaliculi function to secrete and concentrate c...
Where is the bile canaliculi located?
Bile that is produced by the hepatocytes drains into tiny canals called bile canaliculi (singular canaliculus). These drain into bile ducts located ar...
Where is bile temporarily stored between meals?
Bile is stored in the gallbladder until it is needed. The pancreas makes enzymes that help digest proteins, fats, and carbs. It also makes a substance...
Where does bile act in the alimentary canal?
Bile is stored in the gallbladder until it is needed. The pancreas makes enzymes that help digest proteins, fats, and carbs. It also makes a substance...
This hormone causes the gallbladder to release stored bile?
Cholecystokinin stimulates the gallbladder to contract and release stored bile into the intestine. What hormone causes the gallbladder to release bile...
Why is throw up yellow?
Green or yellow vomit may indicate that you're bringing up a fluid called bile. This fluid is created by the liver and stored in your gallbladder. Bil...
Where does the bile enter the alimentary canal?
Pancreatic enzymes and bile enter the alimentary canal at the duodenum, which is the first segment of the small intestine. How does the bile enter the...
Is bile acidic?
Bile is not acid. It's an alkaline fluid consisting of bile salts, bile pigments, cholesterol and lecithin. It is produced by the liver, stored in the...