structureandfunctionsofliver-200819145350

K.M. College of Pharmacy, Madurai

The document describes the liver's location in the upper right abdomen and its gross anatomy, detailing the four lobes and microscopic hepatic lobules. It outlines the cellular composition, highlighting hepatocytes, hepatic plates, sinusoidal spaces, Kupffer cells, and portal triads. The vascular supply from the hepatic artery, portal vein, and hepatic veins is explained, followed by a summary of the liver's metabolic, detoxifying, and synthetic roles. Additionally, the text covers bile synthesis, composition, storage, and its role in fat digestion. The material is presented as educational notes for anatomy and physiology learners.