Nancy is having difficulty digesting fatty foods.After seeing her doctor,who found no evidence of inflammation,she says that she must now see a specialist to determine why she is having trouble releasing bile from her gallbladder.What hormone is most likely functioning improperly for Nancy?

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Cholecystokinin (CCK) is the hormone responsible for stimulating the gallbladder to contract and release bile into the small intestine, aiding in the digestion of fats. If Nancy is having trouble releasing bile, it is likely that CCK is not functioning properly.

Nancy Is Having Difficulty Digesting Fatty Foods