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The liver and pancreas are organs in the upper abdomen. The liver is vital for metabolism, detoxification, digestion, and more. The pancreas produces essential enzymes and hormones.
Chemical digestion in the small intestine relies on the activities of three accessory digestive organs: the liver, pancreas, and gallbladder (Figure \(\PageIndex{1}\)). The digestive role of the liver is to produce bile and export it to the duodenum.
In this article, we’ll explore the anatomy of the pancreas, including its location, blood supply, innervation, lymphatics, function, and some relevant clinical aspects.
The liver is a large organ found in the upper right quadrant of the abdomen. It is a multifunctional accessory organ of the gastrointestinal tract and performs several essential functions such as detoxification, protein synthesis, bile production and nutrient storage to name only a few.
State the main digestive roles of the liver, pancreas, and gallbladder; Identify three main features of liver histology that are critical to its function; Discuss the composition and function of bile; Identify the major types of enzymes and buffers present in pancreatic juice