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Biliary secretion in elasmobranchs. I. Bile collection and composition.

J L Boyer, J Schwarz, N Smith

    The American Journal of Physiology
    |April 1, 1976
    PubMed
    Summary

    Researchers studied bile secretion in sharks and skates using a novel cannulation technique. This method allows for the collection of hepatic bile in free-swimming elasmobranchs, offering insights into early vertebrate bile concentration mechanisms.

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    Area of Science:

    • Comparative physiology
    • Marine biology
    • Gastroenterology

    Background:

    • Bile secretion and gallbladder function are crucial for digestion and waste excretion.
    • Understanding these processes in elasmobranchs provides insights into vertebrate evolutionary adaptations.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate bile composition and secretion rates in elasmobranchs (spiny dogfish shark and small skate).
    • To assess the efficacy of a novel gallbladder cannulation technique for collecting hepatic bile in free-swimming marine species.

    Main Methods:

    • Ligation of the common bile duct and insertion of cannulas into the gallbladder lumen of Squalus acanthias and Raja erinacea.
    • Collection of bile in externalized balloons attached to cannulas in free-swimming fish for 4-7 days.
    • Analysis of bile composition to compare hepatic and gallbladder bile.

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    Main Results:

    • Both elasmobranch species successfully secreted bile for extended periods (4-7 days).
    • Maximum bile secretion rates were recorded: 1.77 ml/kg/24h in Squalus acanthias and 2.66 ml/kg/24h in Raja erinacea.
    • The technique allowed for the collection of hepatic bile with minimal gallbladder epithelial contact, revealing low bicarbonate and chloride concentrations with high bile salt levels in dogfish.

    Conclusions:

    • Gallbladder cannulation in free-swimming elasmobranchs is a viable method for studying bile secretion and excretion.
    • The findings suggest that mechanisms for bile concentration and acidification in the gallbladder evolved early in vertebrate evolution.
    • This study provides a valuable tool for future research on marine vertebrate digestive physiology.