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  2. Liver - Wikipedia

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    The liver, viewed from above, showing the left and right lobes separated by the falciform ligament. The liver is a dark reddish brown, wedge-shaped organ with two lobes of unequal size and shape. A human liver normally weighs approximately 1.5 kilograms (3.3 pounds) [11] and has a width of about 15 centimetres (6 inches). [12]

  3. Proteins produced and secreted by the liver - Wikipedia

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    All plasma proteins except Gamma-globulins are synthesised in the liver. [1] Human serum albumin, osmolyte and carrier protein. α-fetoprotein, the fetal counterpart of serum albumin. Soluble plasma fibronectin, forming a blood clot that stops bleeding. C-reactive protein, opsonin on microbes, [2] acute phase protein. Various other globulins.

  4. Liver cytology - Wikipedia

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    Liver cytology is the branch of cytology that studies the liver cells and its functions. The liver is a vital organ, in charge of almost all the body’s metabolism. Main liver cells are hepatocytes, Kupffer cells, and hepatic stellate cells; each one with a specific function.

  5. Liver function tests - Wikipedia

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    Liver function tests (LFTs or LFs), also referred to as a hepatic panel, are groups of blood tests that provide information about the state of a patient's liver. [1] These tests include prothrombin time (PT/INR), activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT), albumin , bilirubin (direct and indirect), and others.

  6. Human digestive system - Wikipedia

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    Liver and gall bladder. The liver is the second largest organ (after the skin) and is an accessory digestive gland which plays a role in the body's metabolism. The liver has many functions some of which are important to digestion. The liver can detoxify various metabolites; synthesise proteins and produce biochemicals needed for

  7. Lobes of liver - Wikipedia

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    The liver is divided into four lobes. This image shows the large right lobe and a smaller left lobe separated by the falciform ligament. 1: Right lobe of liver. 2: Left lobe of liver. 3: Quadrate lobe of liver. 4: Round ligament of liver. 5: Falciform ligament. 6: Caudate lobe of liver. 7: Inferior vena cava.

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