A Study on Functions of Liver to Sustain a Healthy Liver

Abstract

The liver is the largest internal gland that has many important roles within the body. In an adult human it weighs between 1.5 and 2kg. It is divided into right and left lobes; the right lobe being larger than the left. It is located in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen and spans across the midline to the left upper quadrant. It plays an important role through the maintenance of blood glucose levels, and metabolizing drugs and toxic substances. It is an accessory organ in digestion, and also undertakes several metabolic processes, such as bile production, bilirubin synthesis; and protein, lipid, and carbohydrate metabolism. It has a remarkable capacity to regenerate its injured tissues. This study aims to provide an overview of function of the liver.