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Hepatocytes ensure that our blood coagulates so we don't bleed to death, that cell communication is tip-top and that we are able to carry fats in the bloodstream. Other functions of the hepatocytes include the transformation of carbohydrates (from alanine, glycerol and oxaloacetate), protein storage, start of the formation and secretion of bile and urea, and detoxification and excretion of substances. Thanks to these main cells, we are able to fight off disease, produce waste, transport materials throughout the body and process everything from drugs and insecticides to steroids and pollutants.
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The major functions of liver cells are: blood glucose regulation; fat metabolism; mineral storage; vitamin storage; protein metabolism; bile production; hormone breakdown; detoxification; and heat generation.
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Which process occurs when new liver cells are produced from old liver cells?
The process is called liver regeneration, where old liver cells divide to produce new liver cells. This helps in repairing damaged tissue and maintaining normal liver function.
How do cells help the liver function?
they eat each other
What is Diffuse hepatocellular disease liver?
Affects hepatocytes and interferes with liver function
Is liver cirrhosis and liver abscess the same?
No. Cirrhosis is a degeneration of cells, leading to impaired liver function and liver damage. Where as a liver abscess is an accumulation of pus.
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.
What are liver function teste?
My little boy had one of these recently. A liver function test is done to determine how well the liver works. Its done by taking a blood sample and testing how many liver cells are detected in the bloodstream. A high amount of cells detected would mean there's a problem with how well your liver is working.
Bob had a cyst removed from his liver The doctor told him the liver cells would grow back and repair the area These liver cells will conduct what to grow back?
The liver cells will undergo regeneration to grow back and repair the area where the cyst was removed. Liver cells have a high capacity to regenerate, allowing them to restore normal function to the liver after injury or surgery.
Is liver cancer cirrhosis?
Liver cancer is not the same as liver cirrhosis. Cancer is a replication of malignant (or, "damaged") cells, which gradually take over an organ, reducing the function, and may spread to other parts of the body. (i.e, cancer cells growing and taking over the liver, reducing function). Whereas cirrhosis is vast amounts of scarring to the hepatocytes (liver cells), which make up the liver. (i.e liver cells, which are already in existence, being damaged). Cirrhosis does not spread to other parts of the body.
Kupffer cells are phagocytes located in the?
Kupffer cells are phagocytes located in the liver. They help clear debris, pathogens, and aged blood cells from the bloodstream, contributing to the liver's overall function in immune surveillance and detoxification.
Name one hormone and state its function?
* Insulin - released by pancreas - encourages liver and muscle cells to absorb glucose from the blood; stimulates the conversion of glucose ----> glycogen in liver/muscle cells.
Where are the kupffers cells located?
Kupffer cells are located in the liver, specifically within the sinusoidal lumen of the liver's blood vessels. Their primary function is to help remove bacteria and other foreign particles from the blood flowing through the liver.
How do liver cells work?
They work well unless you drink alcohol. Basically a liver cell filters out substances taht can be harmful to the body, but alcohol and a number of other less popular substances severely damage the abilities of the liver cells over time. All i really know about liver cells is that there also called hepatocytes. LFTs or liver function tests can be used to assess the functioning of the liver cells. I guess that they receive oxygen via diffision.
