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bile acid

 

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Noun bile acid has 1 sense
  1. bile acid - any of the liver-generated steroid acids and stored with bile
    --1 is a kind of
    steroid
    --1 has particulars: cholic acid

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Bile Acid

Definition

Bile Acid refers to a steroid acid that is present in bile and aids in the digestion and absorption of fats. These acids are formed in the liver and stored in the gallbladder.

Senses

Noun - Biochemistry

In biochemistry, bile acids are synthesized from cholesterol by the liver cells and are secreted into bile to facilitate the breakdown and absorption of dietary fats in the small intestine.

Sample Sentence: The primary bile acids, cholic acid, and chenodeoxycholic acid, play a crucial role in the digestion of lipids.

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Noun - Medicine

In medicine, bile acid refers to a group of acids derived from bile that may be found in excessive amounts in certain liver diseases, leading to health issues such as gallstones or bile reflux.

Sample Sentence: The doctor prescribed medication to prevent the overproduction of bile acids, which were causing severe gallbladder pain.

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Usage

Popular Usage

Bile acid is commonly mentioned in discussions related to digestive health, liver diseases, and nutrition.

Sample Sentence: Many people turn to bile acid supplements to improve their digestive health.

Local Usage

In local communities, bile acids may be referred to by different names or used as a symbol or metaphor in traditional sayings or folklore.

Sample Sentence: The old saying "he has bile acid in his voice" is used in this region to describe someone who always speaks harshly or in an angry tone.

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