Succus entericus Health Dictionary

Succus Entericus: From 2 Different Sources


Intestinal Juice. These are enzyme-rich secretions produced by the lining of the upper small intestines. Apparently the enzymes produced compensate for any pancreatic enzymes that are deficient for that particular meal.
Health Source: Herbal Medical
Author: Health Dictionary
(intestinal juice) the clear alkaline fluid secreted by the glands of the small intestine. It contains mucus and digestive enzymes, including *enteropeptidase, *erepsin, *lactase, and *sucrase.
Health Source: Oxford | Concise Colour Medical Dictionary
Author: Jonathan Law, Elizabeth Martin

Succus

n. any juice or secretion of animal or plant origin.... succus



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