About The Medical Condition Bile Salts

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Bile Salts

Bile Salts Medical Condition Defined & Explained
Bile Salts Medical Condition

What's The Definition Of The Medical Condition Bile Salts?

Steroid acids and salts. The primary bile acids are derived from cholesterol in the liver and usually conjugated with glycine or taurine. The secondary bile acids are further modified by bacteria in the intestine. They play an important role in the digestion and absorption of fat. They have also been used pharmacologically, especially in the treatment of gallstones.

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