Question

What are the functions of the liver other than production of bile?​

Answer 1

The primary functions of the liver are: Bile production and excretion. Excretion of bilirubin, cholesterol, hormones, and drugs. Metabolism of fats, proteins, and carbohydrates.

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Answer 2

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The functions of liver other than production of bile is given below :-

1. Control of blood sugar levels : It regulates blood sugar by retaining excess glucose received bas products of carbohydrate digestion from the intestine and storing it as glycogen , and releasing it again when needed.
2. Control of amino acid levels: Excess amino acids are broken to remove the nitrogen part ( deamination) producing urea and sugar. Urea is eliminated through excretion and sugar is ultilized in metabolism.
3. Synthesis of foetal red blood cells : It produces red blood cells in embryo. ( In adults, RBC are produced in the bone marrow).
4. Storage : It stores iron, copper and several vitamins ( A& D), etc.
5. Detoxification : Detoxifies substances including drugs and alcohol.
6. Production of fibrinogen and prothrombin which are used in blood clotting.
7. Production of heparin ( an anticoagulant) .
8. Production of heat ( by cellular metabolism) .
9. Regulation of blood volume by acting as temporary store of excess water.
10. Excretion of toxic and metallic poisons.
11. Destruction of dead red blood cells.

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