10 Questions
What is the primary function of bile released by the liver?
Emulsify fats for proper digestion
Which cells in the liver are responsible for phagocytosis of non-self particles?
Kupffer cells
Where does the IVC (Inferior Vena Cava) lie in relation to the liver?
In the bare area opposed to the diaphragm
Which ligament divides the liver into right and left lobes?
Falciform ligament
What is the primary function of the liver's storage of glycogen?
Energy reserve
What is the name of the embryonic remnant of the fetal umbilical vein located between the umbilicus and the liver?
Ligamentum teres
Which of the following is NOT one of the four lobes of the liver?
Sigmoid lobe
According to the Couinaud classification system, how many functionally independent segments does the liver have?
8
What is the approximate ratio of venous blood to oxygenated blood in the liver?
75:25
What structure controls the flow of bile and pancreatic enzymes into the duodenum?
Sphincter of Oddi
Explore the anatomy and functions of the liver, the largest visceral organ in the human body. Learn about its role in bile production, storage and release, as well as its functions in digestion and metabolism.
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