ABDOMINAL
CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE
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Question
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What is the correct name for the liver cells?
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hepacytes
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hippocytes
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hepatocytes
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hypercytes
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Hepatocytes, the major parenchymal cells in the liver, play pivotal roles in metabolism, detoxification, and protein synthesis. Hepatocytes also activate innate immunity against invading microorganisms by secreting innate immunity proteins.
Detailed explanation-2: -The liver lobule is formed by parenchymal cells, i.e., hepatocytes and nonparenchymal cells.
Detailed explanation-3: -Hepatocytes are the liver parenchymal cells performing many metabolic functions.
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