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The liver somatic index (LSI) is a ratio used to assess the health and condition of an organism's liver relative to its overall body size. It is calculated by dividing the weight of the liver by the total body weight, often multiplied by a constant for standardization. This index can help indicate metabolic or physiological changes in response to environmental factors, diseases, or nutritional status. A higher LSI may suggest liver hypertrophy, while a lower LSI might indicate liver atrophy or dysfunction.
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Is a liver cell a somatic cell?
Yes, a liver cell is a type of somatic cell. Somatic cells are any cell in the body that is not a sperm or egg cell. Liver cells are an example of somatic cells because they make up the majority of the cells in the liver and are responsible for the organ's function.
Which of the enzymes listed is not measured as index of liver function?
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How many atps are produced total in cellular respiration in eukaryotic cells?
36 in somatic cells and 38 in liver and heart cells.
What is an example of a somatic?
Any cell that is not a sex cell (sperm/egg). i.e. body cells, such as skin cells, stomach cells, liver cells
Flexor reflex somatic or autonomic?
it is a somatic reflex
Body cells can be called?
Somatic cell.
Define somatic cells?
The definition of somatic cells is any cell, with the exception of reproductive cells of eggs and sperm, in a living organism. Somatic cells are diploid cells that compose the organs and tissues.
Reflex that control skeletal muscle are called?
Somatic Reflex
Voluntary muscles are controlled by which nervous system?
Voluntary muscles are controlled by the central nervous system.
Are effectors which are smooth muscle and glands considered somatic or autonomic reflexes?
somatic
What is icteric index and how can measure icetric index?
The icteric index is a clinical indicator used to assess the degree of jaundice, specifically by measuring bilirubin levels in the blood. It is calculated by taking the ratio of total bilirubin to the direct (conjugated) bilirubin levels, usually expressed as a percentage. To measure the icteric index, blood samples are taken and analyzed using a laboratory assay that quantifies the concentrations of total and direct bilirubin, allowing healthcare providers to evaluate liver function and diagnose potential liver diseases.
How do reflexes involve in muscular system?
somatic
