Colon Written by NCI Thesaurus v.07.09d   

Definition of Colon The part of the large intestine measured from the cecum to the rectum consisting of ascending, transverse, descending and sigmoid portions. The purpose of the colon is to remove water from digested food prior to excretion. Colon is from the group Gastrointestinal System Part Other Names for Colon Colon Large Intestine colon Source NCI Thesaurus License

 

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