Liver

Definition

The liver is a large organ that performs many essential functions related to digestion, metabolism, immunity, and storage of nutrients within the body.

Related terms

Hepatocytes: These are the main cell type in the liver responsible for carrying out most of its functions.

Bile: A substance produced by the liver that helps break down fats during digestion.

Glycogenesis: This is process where glucose molecules are added to chains of glycogen for storage in liver cells when glucose levels are high.