(small in-TEST-in) The part of the intestine (consisting of sections called the duodenum, jejunum and ileum) that lies between the stomach and colon. It secretes digestive enzymes and is the chief site of the absorption of digested nutrients. The total length of the small intestine is approximately 22 feet.

Related Topic"...It is about 6 meters (20 feet) long and its primary function is to digest (break down) food and absorb nutrients (vitamins, minerals, proteins, carbohydrates, and fats)..."

small intestine The section of the intestine that lies between the stomach and colon, consists of the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum, secretes digestive enzymes, and is the chief site of the absorption of digested nutrients --called also small bowel

The portion of the gut between the stomach and the colon, consisting of the duodenum, the jejunum, and the ileum.

organ distal to the stomach where most digestion takes place

long, coiled tube of the digestive system where food digestion and absorption takes place; located distal to the stomach and proximal to the colon

the longest part of the alimentary canal; where digestion is completed

The small intestine is divided into the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum. It is here that most of the processes of digestion and absorption of food take place.

The upper portion of the intestine where digestion occurs and most nutrients are absorbed into the bloodstream, consisting of the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum.

A long muscular tube that connects the bottom of the stomach with the large intestine (large bowel).

Part of the intestine between the stomach and the colon, made up of the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum. Where the digesting and absorption of digested nutrients occurs. Also called the small bowel.

Composed of the duodenum, jejunum, and the ileum, the small intestine is involved in the absorption of nutrients from food following digestion in the stomach. (Cancer)

narrow part of the digestive system between the stomach and the large intestine; digestion is finished here and absorption takes place.

The first section of the intestine lying beyond the stomach.

The first twenty feet or so of the intestinal tract, where digestion of food and absorption of nutrients occurs.

the part of the intestine located between the stomach and colon where nutrients are absorbed.

Connects to the stomach and large intestine. Absorbs nutrients.

The organ of the alimentary canal located between the stomach and the large intestine that functions in the final digestion and absorption of nutrients.

Extending about 20 to 25 feet, the small intestine is made up of three parts: the duodenum, the jejunum and the ileum. This is where the absorption of nutrients from the foods we eat occurs.

The section of the intestines between the stomach and colon consisting of approximately 20 feet. It is divided into three major sections the duodenum, the jejunum and ileum. Digestion and absorption occurs primarily in these areas.

The tubular organ, about 20 feet (6 m) long, where most digestion occurs. It is made up of three parts: the duodenum (which is attached to the stomach), jejunum, and ileum (which ends in the large intestine).

Small intestinal tumors are rare and can result in vomiting, diarrhea or weight loss. Treatment is usually with surgery, although chemotherapy may be used to treat intestinal lymphoma.

organ where most digestion occurs. It measures about 20 feet and includes the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum.

the section of the digestive tract between the stomach and the large intestine. Most of digestion occurs here as nutrients are absorbed from food.

A coiled tube in the abdominal cavity that is the major site of chemical digestion and absorption of nutrients; composed of the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum. PICTURE

The part of the digestive tract that extends from the stomach to the large intestine.

that section of the gastrointestinal tract which digests food and absorbs nutrients after they have passed through the stomach.

Part of the intestines between the stomach and the large intestine. Made up of the duodenum, jejunum and ileum.

Part of the gastrointestinal tract which includes the duodenum, jejunum and ileum. The major site for digestion and absorption of food.

The part of the digestive tract that is located between the stomach and the large intestine. The part of the gastrointestinal tract between the stomach and the colon. Also called the small bowel.

organ where most of the digestion occurs; measures about 20 feet includes the duodenum, jejunum and ileum

the portion of the digestive tract that first receives food from the stomach. It is divided into three sections: the duodenum, the jejunum, and the ileum. As food travels through the small intestine it is further broken down by enzymes, and nutrients from the food are absorbed into the bloodstream.

It measures about 20 feet. Organ where most digestion occurs.

the lower part of the digestive system connecting the stomach to the cloaca

The portion of the digestive tract that goes from the stomach to the large intestine.

This structure serves to absorb nutrients from food.

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(in-TES-tin) The part of the digestive tract that is located between the stomach and the large intestine.

A long (20 foot) tube that stretches from the stomach to the large intestine. It helps absorb nutrients from food as the food is transported to the large intestine. There are three sections: the duodenum, the jejunum and the ileum. Due to its proximity to the pancreas, the duodenum is the section most often affected by pancreatic and distal common bile duct cancers.

is a narrow muscular tube 2.5 Cm in diameter and 7 m in length which accepts food from the stomach.

the long, thin winding tube that food goes through after it leaves the stomach.

Related Topic"...The small intestine makes up more than 70% of the length and 90% of the surface area of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract..."

The part of the digestive tube connecting the stomach to the colon. The small intestine is divided into the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum.

The small intestine is the longest section of the GI tract. It breaks down food and absorbs most of the nutrients. The small intestine joins the colon.

In biology the small intestine is the part of the gastrointestinal tract (gut) between the stomach and the large intestine. It is where the vast majority of digestion takes place.