ileum
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Notably, they observed a connection between accelerated biological aging and the microbiomes of both the colon and ileum, but not the fecal microbiome.
From Science Daily • Feb. 21, 2024
In particular, the investigative team analyzed colon, ileum, stool, and blood samples from people living with chronic HIV infection and well-matched controls.
From Science Daily • Feb. 21, 2024
The gallbladder secretes bile to the ileum, which uses it to break down fats.
From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022
The undigested food is sent to the colon from the ileum via peristaltic movements of the muscle.
From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022
The term ileum is from the Greek, signifying “to twist,” since it always appears in a contorted condition.
From A Treatise on Anatomy, Physiology, and Hygiene (Revised Edition) by Cutter, Calvin
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