small intestine

US /ˌsmɔːl ɪnˈtes.tɪn/
UK /ˌsmɔːl ɪnˈtes.tɪn/
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dunne darm

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.
Voedingsstoffen worden voornamelijk in de dunne darm in de bloedbaan opgenomen.
Problems with the small intestine can lead to malabsorption.
Problemen met de dunne darm kunnen leiden tot malabsorptie.