In this article we will discuss about the composition and enzymes of gastric juice. Composition of Gastric Juice: i. Gastric juice is the secretion of gastric glands. ii. Total amount secreted: 1, 200-1.500 ml per day. iii. Night secretion (during sleep) alone is 400 ml/day. iv. Acidity of gastric juice: 40-60 mEq/liter v. pH: 0.9-1.5 vi. Water content—99.45% vii. Total [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Structure of Pancreas 2. Composition of Pancreatic Juice 3. Regulation 4. Pancreatic 5. Effects. Structure of Pancreas: Pancreas is a dual organ. It has endocrine portion and exocrine portion. The exocrine part resembles the salivary glands in histology; being formed of acini arranged into lobules. Cells of the acini contain numerous mitochondria, [...]
The below mentioned article provides a notes on gastrointestinal tract. Gastrointestinal tract can be described as a specialized tube communicating with the external environment both at its upper and lower ends. There is regional specialization suited for the local functions. The main functions of GIT are: 1. Secretion: Exocrine—enzymes; endocrine— hormones of GI tract 2. Motility 3. Absorption 4. Storage [...]