17 Questions
What is the primary organ responsible for metabolism of fats, carbohydrates, and proteins?
Liver
What is the liver responsible for producing?
Bile
Which of the following is a detoxification pathway involving the liver?
Conversion of waste products for excretion by the kidneys
What is the hepatic portal system responsible for?
Transporting blood through the liver
In chronic cirrhosis, the liver can weigh up to?
10kg
What is the liver responsible for storing?
All of the above
What stimulates the breakdown of glycogen in the liver to increase blood glucose levels?
Glucagon
What is the primary function of lipoproteins synthesized in the liver?
Transporting fatty acids, triglycerides, and cholesterol in the blood
What is the byproduct of detoxifying alcohol in the liver?
Acetate
What is the role of the liver in hypoglycemia?
Breaking down glycogen to release glucose
What is the liver's role in the metabolism of thyroid hormones?
Metabolizing or excreting thyroid hormones
What is the total capacity of glycogen storage in the liver and skeletal muscle?
125g in the liver and 375g in skeletal muscle
What is the role of Kupfer cells in the liver?
Destroying worn-out red and white blood cells and other harmful matter
Which of the following is NOT a function of the liver in carbohydrate metabolism?
Producing bile for fat absorption
What is the primary source of oxygenated blood for the liver?
Hepatic arteriole
What is the final destination of blood from the hepatic veins?
Inferior vena cava
What is the byproduct of amino acid metabolism in the liver that is expelled from the body?
Urea
Test your understanding of liver physiology, focusing on carbohydrate metabolism, glycogenesis, and glucose regulation. Learn how insulin and glucagon help regulate blood glucose levels and the liver's role in this process.
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