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