Section 7
The Liver
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The Liver
The liver makes bile, which is essential for the digestion of fats.
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Anatomy of the Liver
The liver is located in the abdomen; it has four lobes.
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Histology of the Liver and Gallbladder
Hepatocytes are the main tissue cells of the liver; the gallbladder contains the mucosa, muscularis, perimuscular, and serosa layers.
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Blood Supply to the Liver
In the hepatic portal system, the liver receives a dual blood supply from the hepatic portal vein and hepatic arteries.
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Liver Function
The liver is thought to be responsible for up to 500 separate functions.
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Bile
Bile is a fluid produced by the liver that aids the process of digestion and absorption of lipids in the small intestine.