small intestine
US /ˌsmɔːl ɪnˈtes.tɪn/
UK /ˌsmɔːl ɪnˈtes.tɪn/
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usus kecil
the part of the intestine that runs between the stomach and the large intestine; the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum collectively.
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Nutrients are absorbed into the bloodstream primarily in the small intestine.
Nutrien diserap ke dalam aliran darah terutamanya di usus kecil.
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Problems with the small intestine can lead to malabsorption.
Masalah dengan usus kecil boleh menyebabkan malabsorpsi.