Bile

Introduction Bile (or bile fluid) is a fluid produced by the liver cells and is important for the digestion and excretion of waste products. Contrary to the widespread misconception that bile is produced in the gallbladder, this fluid is produced in the liver. Here, there are special cells, the so-called hepatocytes, which are responsible for … Bile

Bile duct

Synonyms Bile ductThe bile duct belongs to a duct system between the liver, pancreas and intestine. In this system, bile flows from the liver to the duodenum. In the broadest sense, the gallbladder can also be counted among the bile duct system. Anatomy Bile is formed in the liver. In addition to water, this bile … Bile duct

Histology | Bile duct

Histology The first bile duct in the liver is formed only by the walls of the opposite liver cells. After these bile ducts have opened into the Hehring tubules, the bile duct is lined by an epithelium. Other cells are found here: oval cells. The oval cells are stem cells. This means that new cells … Histology | Bile duct

Tasks of the liver

Introduction The liver is the largest and most important metabolic organ of the body. It takes on a wide range of tasks from the breakdown of harmful substances, to the utilization of food components, to the synthesis of new enzymes and proteins that are essential for the body’s survival. A loss of liver function can … Tasks of the liver

Gall Bladder

Synonyms Medical: Vesica biliaris, Vesica fillea gall bladder, gall bladder duct, inflammation of the gall bladder, porcelain gall bladder Definition The gallbladder is a small hollow organ, which holds about 70 ml and is located at the bottom of the liver in the right upper abdomen. The gallbladder has the task of storing the bile … Gall Bladder

The function of the liver

Synonyms Medical: hepar liver flap, liver cell, liver cancer, liver cirrhosis, fatty liver Definition The liver is the central metabolic organ of humans. Its tasks include the food-dependent storage, conversion and release of sugars and fats, the breakdown and excretion of endogenous and medicinal toxins, the formation of most blood proteins and bile, and numerous … The function of the liver

Carbohydrate metabolism | The function of the liver

Carbohydrate metabolism The carbohydrate metabolism is colloquially also called sugar metabolism. Some cells in the body, especially the red blood cells and nerve cells, depend on a continuous supply of blood sugar (glucose). Since humans consume their food at intervals with their few daily meals, they need a system with which they can store the … Carbohydrate metabolism | The function of the liver

Detoxification (biotransformation) | The function of the liver

Detoxification (biotransformation) The liver is the organ of the body that is particularly capable of breaking down toxins. Like a sewage treatment plant, all substances from food must pass through the liver before they enter the general bloodstream. However, not only nutrients but also the body’s own metabolic products can become toxic. They are also … Detoxification (biotransformation) | The function of the liver