The gallbladder plays an important role in altering bile composition by absorption and secretion. Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning this mucosal function?
A. The absorption of water by the gallbladder can result in concentration of the solute components of bile from 2-to 10-fold
B. Gallbladder mucosal absorption can occur by both active and passive mechanisms
C. Cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP) stimulates NaCl-coupled transport and may also influence tight junction permeability
D. Secretory products of the gallbladder include bicarbonate and glycoproteins
Answer:A
The gallbladder plays an important role in altering bile composition by absorption and secretion. Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning this mucosal function?
A. The absorption of water by the gallbladder can result in concentration of the solute components of bile from 2-to 10-fold B. Gallbladder mucosal absorption can occur by both active and passive mechanisms C. Cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP) stimulates NaCl-coupled transport and may also influence tight junction permeability D. Secretory products of the gallbladder include bicarbonate and glycoproteins