Describe the structure and function of the gastrointestinal tract.
Describe the composition, mechanism of secretion, functions, and regulation of secretion of the salivary, pancreatic, intestinal, gall bladder, and liver secretions
Describe GIT movements, regulation, and functions. Describe the defection reflex . Describe the role of dietary fiber.
Describe the digestion and absorption of nutrients.
Describe the sources, regulation, and function of GI hormones
Describe the gut-brains axis.
Describe and discuss the structure and functions of the liver and gallbladder
Describe and discuss gastric function tests, pancreatic exocrine function tests, and liver function tests.
Describe the physiological aspects of peptic ulcer, gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, adynamic ileus, and Hirschsprung's disease.