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[The effect of aging on intestinal absorption].

L Pénzes

    Zeitschrift Fur Alternsforschung
    |January 1, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary

    Older rats exhibit reduced affinity for glucose transport carriers, leading to slower sugar absorption compared to younger rats. This age-related decline also impacts amino acid transport, potentially affecting homeostasis.

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    Area of Science:

    • Physiology
    • Biochemistry
    • Gerontology

    Context:

    • Investigates age-related changes in nutrient absorption in rats.
    • Examines the transport kinetics of d-glucose and various amino acids.
    • Utilizes in vivo experiments and kinetic approaches.

    Purpose:

    • To determine how aging affects the absorption rates of d-glucose and amino acids.
    • To elucidate the underlying mechanisms of age-related alterations in nutrient transport.
    • To compare nutrient absorption efficiency between young and old rats.

    Summary:

    • Aging decreases hexose carrier affinity for glucose, resulting in faster sugar transport in young rats at lower concentrations.
    • Young organisms efficiently regulate amino acid metabolism for faster transport at lower concentrations.
    • Older rats may experience enzyme disorders and maldigestion, leading to reduced luminal nutrient concentrations and slower resorption rates, impacting homeostasis.

    Impact:

    • Provides insights into age-dependent physiological changes in nutrient absorption.
    • Highlights potential mechanisms for malabsorption and metabolic dysregulation in aging.
    • Suggests implications for nutritional support and health maintenance in the elderly.

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