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Bile Acid Kinetics

Meaning

Bile Acid Kinetics refers to the study of the dynamic movement, synthesis, secretion, reabsorption, and metabolism of bile acids within the enterohepatic circulation. These steroid-derived molecules, synthesized in the liver, are crucial for the emulsification and absorption of dietary fats and fat-soluble vitamins in the small intestine. Proper kinetics are essential for maintaining metabolic homeostasis, impacting not only digestion but also cholesterol regulation and glucose metabolism. Dysfunction in this process can profoundly affect gut health and systemic hormonal signaling.