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How is the liver an important organ in our body?​

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Liver is an important organ in body as it serves the following functions -​
  • Production of bile which helps in breakdown of fats (emulsification).​
  • Control of blood sugar levels​.
  • Control amino acid levels​.
  • Produce fibrinogen and heparin and regulate blood clotting​.
  • Synthesis of foetal red blood cells​.
  • Detoxification of drugs and alcohol​.

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