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Kriya Sharir · Paper I · Part B · Topic 3

Physiology of Gastrointestinal System

SubjectKriya Sharir (AyUG-KS) PaperPaper I Topic No.Part B · Topic 3 TermII Weightage23 marks (topics Part B 1–3 together) Hours7 LH · 2 NLH

Exam eligibility

✓ MCQ✓ SAQ✓ LAQ

This topic can be asked as MCQ, SAQ, LAQ.

Syllabus – subtopics

  1. •Functional anatomy of GIT; secretion and composition of digestive juices
  2. •Functions of salivary glands, stomach, liver, pancreas, small and large intestine in digestion and absorption
  3. •Movements of the gut (deglutition, peristalsis, defecation) and their control; enteric nervous system
  4. •Digestion and metabolism of proteins, fats and carbohydrates
  5. •Vitamins & minerals – sources, daily requirement, functions, hypo- and hypervitaminosis

Notes

Detailed notes for Physiology of Gastrointestinal System are being prepared. Meanwhile, revise the syllabus points above and practise the MCQs below.