The rate of absorption of sugars by the small intestine is highest for?
Correct Answer: Hexoses
Description: Ans. C HexosesRef: Harrison, 19th ed./Table 26.1 pg. 477* Hexoses are absorbed most rapidly; Amongst hexoses, glucose and galactose are absorbed more rapidly than others.* Mannose and pentose are absorbed more slowly.
Category:
Physiology
Get More
Subject Mock Tests
Practice with over 200,000 questions from various medical subjects and improve your knowledge.
Attempt a mock test nowMock Exam
Take an exam with 100 random questions selected from all subjects to test your knowledge.
Coming SoonGet More
Subject Mock Tests
Try practicing mock tests with over 200,000 questions from various medical subjects.
Attempt a mock test now