Liver Anatomy and Function

Liver Anatomy and Function

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What makes the liver unique compared to other organs in the human body?

It can regenerate completely after damage

Where is the liver located in the human body?

Beneath the diaphragm

What are the main lobes of the liver?

Right and left lobes

How is the liver supplied with blood?

<p>Portal vein and Hepatic Artery</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which feature helps protect the liver in the human body?

<p>Ligamentous attachments</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can result from toxins or drugs that cause hepatocellular damage in some individuals?

<p>Increase in aminotransferases</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is characterized by an increase in mean corpuscular volume (MCV) and hypertriglyceridemia along with moderate increases in aminotransferases and bilirubin?

<p>Alcoholic hepatitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible consequence of severe anaemia or dehydration leading to hypovolemia?

<p>Inadequate perfusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following may cause infective hepatitis?

<p>Bacteria and viruses</p> Signup and view all the answers

What effect can underlying liver damage due to chronic disease have on the liver's capacity to withstand toxic insults?

<p>Impair it</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a possible cause of acute hepatitis?

<p>Paracetamol poisoning</p> Signup and view all the answers

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