DUODENUM

Duodenum

The duodenum is the first section of the small intestine in most higher vertebrates, including mammals, reptiles, and birds. In fish, the divisions of the small intestine are not as clear, and the terms anterior intestine or proximal intestine may be used instead of duodenum. In mammals the duodenum may be the principal site for iron absorption.

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duodenum

Noun

  1. The first part of the small intestine, starting at the lower end of the stomach and extending to the jejunum.


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