7 Questions
Which blood vessel carries partially deoxygenated blood from various organs to the liver?
Portal vein
What is the primary function of bile in the digestive process?
Dissolving fats
Which type of cells in the liver have the ability to regenerate?
Stem cells
What is the main function of the hepatic artery in liver physiology?
Delivering oxygenated blood to the liver
Which substance is responsible for neutralizing acidic gastric contents in the digestive system?
Conjugated bilirubin
What is the primary role of the liver in metabolizing nutrients?
Converting fatty acids to ketones
What is the main function of primary bile salts in digestion?
Emulsification of fats
This quiz covers the dual blood supply system of the liver, the processing of nutrients, digestion of by-products, functions of hepatocytes, stem cells, and the promotion of liver regeneration. It also includes information on bile production, its transportation to the gallbladder and duodenum, and the composition of bile.
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