The liver is the largest glandular organ of the body. It weighs about 3 lb (1.36 kg). It is reddish brown in color and is divided into four lobes of unequal size and shape. The liver lies on the right side of the abdominal cavity beneath the diaphragm.
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The liver is a vital organ present in vertebrates and some other animals; it has a wide range of functions, a few of which are detoxification, protein synthesis, and production of biochemicals necessa...
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The Web Site of the American Liver Foundation. ... LIVEr Champions ... Forty years ago, ALF Board member Michael Kerr and his wife Susan fell in love. When Michael needed a liver transplant this January, Susan donated half of her liver to him. Read about their amazing journey; Share your own story...
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Animal Liver Disease Introduction ... The largest organ in the body is the liver, an indication of its importance in health. It is involved with almost all of the biochemical pathways that allow growth, fight disease, supply nutrients, provide energy, and aid reproduction.
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When is a liver transplant indicated for cirrhosis? ... Cirrhosis is a condition in which the liver slowly deteriorates and malfunctions due to chronic injury. Scar tissue replaces healthy liver tissue, partially blocking the flow of blood through the liver. Scarring also impairs the liver’s ability to...
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Your Liver Functions ... The Liver ... Anatomy of the Liver...
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Learn more about cirrhosis of the liver including causes, diagnosis, symptoms, and treatment. ... What Causes Cirrhosis of the Liver? ... Do People Who Drink A Lot of Alcohol Always Get Cirrhosis of the Liver?
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Liver fattening, CT scan ... Liver with disproportional fattening, CT scan ... Cirrhosis of the liver...
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Liver Cancer ... Your liver is the largest organ inside your body. It is also one of the most important. The liver has many jobs, including changing food into energy and cleaning alcohol and poisons from the blood. Your liver also makes bile, a yellowish-green liquid that helps with digestion.
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