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Which of the following is NOT a function of the liver?
Production of red blood cells
What is a common cause of acute liver disease?
Excessive alcohol consumption
Which condition is characterized by a sudden deterioration in liver function and brain dysfunction?
Acute liver failure
Which toxic agent can cause poisoning and damage to the liver?
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What is the role of Kupffer cells in the liver?
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Which liver function involves the synthesis of plasma proteins, urea, amino acids, and bile acids?
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In chronic liver disease, which condition is associated with sudden deterioration of liver function and brain dysfunction with edema and encephalopathy?
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What is the common cause of acute liver disease characterized by a short (3-4 weeks) course?
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Which liver function is related to the detoxification of endogenous and exogenous compounds?
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What is a hepatic marker associated with poisoning by hepatotoxic agents such as alcohol, CCl4, CHCl3, or large doses of paracetamol?
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