[Campbell Biology P.969] After surgical removal of the gallbladder, a person might need to l... | Practice Question

After surgical removal of the gallbladder, a person might need to limit his or her dietary intake of

  • A: starch.
  • B: protein.
  • C: sugar.
  • D: fat.

Explanation

The gallbladder stores and concentrates bile, which emulsifies fats in the small intestine, aiding in their digestion and absorption. Without a gallbladder, bile is still produced by the liver but delivered continuously and less concentrated, making it harder to digest large amounts of fat effectively.