Anatomy/Digestive Secretion List

For the Digestive System page, see Anatomy/Digestive System

Various parts of the digestive tract secrete many enzymes and fluids. This page is a comprehensive list of those secretions, their source, and their functions.


 * Enzymes speed up digestive processes to make digestion faster.


 * Hormones can stimulate digestion, and the release of hormones into the organs.


 * Mucus can protect the inner wall of organs, as well as lubricating them for movement.

Digestive Secretion List
Key:


 * Red: Enzymes
 * Purple: Hormones