intestine

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Samples were taken from the hepatic portal vein, which carries blood from the intestine to the liver, and from peripheral blood, which travels from the liver to the heart before circulating through the body.

From Science Daily

Newborns are at risk for necrotizing enterocolitis, a life-threatening inflammation of the intestine that virtually only affects new babies, according to the National Library of Medicine.

From Los Angeles Times

Surrounded by a set design inspired by one’s large intestine, she is an artist who pushes every boundary.

From The Wall Street Journal

Charles-Barclay said it took about a year for her small intestine to heal after making the necessary changes to her diet.

From BBC

But he was saved by three major surgeries in which most of his small intestine was removed.

From BBC