Vetinerary Assistant Practice Exam

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Which organ is responsible for secreting bile?

Pancreas
Liver
Kidneys
Spleen

The correct answer is: Liver

The liver plays a crucial role in the digestive system by producing and secreting bile, which is essential for the digestion and absorption of fats. Bile is composed of bile salts, pigments, cholesterol, and electrolytes and is stored in the gallbladder before being released into the small intestine. This process helps emulsify fats, making them easier for enzymes to break down. The other organs listed do not produce bile. The pancreas is primarily responsible for producing digestive enzymes and insulin, the kidneys filter blood to produce urine and regulate fluid balance, and the spleen primarily functions in blood filtration and immune system responses. Understanding the specific roles of these organs highlights the liver's unique function in digestion.