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Liver, Gallbladder, and Pancreas (In Health)

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The discussion focuses on the anatomy and function of the liver and pancreas. The liver, crucial for survival, is unique as it receives most of its blood from the portal vein. It synthesizes proteins, stores glucose, and processes toxins. The biliary system, including the gallbladder, manages bile for digestion. In the absence of a gallbladder, the body compensates by adjusting bile flow. The pancreas, located near the back, has exocrine functions, secreting enzymes and bicarbonate to aid digestion, and endocrine functions, regulating blood sugar through hormones like insulin and glucagon.

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Tiffany Chua, MD

Keywords

liver

pancreas

biliary system

digestion

hormones