Dr Daniel Markovich Brief overview of the gross anatomy of the alimentary system. Histology of the GI tract. Function and composition of salivary and oesophageal secretions. Stomach components and function. Digestion and absorption.
Major components are duodenum, jejunum and ileum.
Sites of absorption. Cellular events at the enterocytes. Mechanisms of absorption of solutes. Dr Daniel Markovich Accessory organs associated with GI function. Liver function and its role in bile production.