Anatomy of the Liver
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What is the main exocrine function of the liver?

  • Conversion of amino acids into glucose
  • Synthesis of urea
  • Storage of fat-soluble vitamins
  • Secretion of bile components (correct)

    • Which cells are among the most functionally diverse in the body?

  • Kupffer cells
  • Macrophages
  • Hepatocytes (correct)
  • Hepatic stellate cells

    • What is the function of Kupffer cells in the liver?

  • Removal of effete erythrocytes (correct)
  • Storage of fat-soluble vitamins
  • Conversion of amino acids into glucose
  • Synthesis of urea

    • What is the primary function of hepatic stellate cells?

    <p>Storage of vitamin A</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the liver parenchyma in its unique histologic organization?

    <p>Perform diverse metabolic functions</p> Signup and view all the answers

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