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Serum albumin is a measure of the synthetic activity of the liver, which is often **reduced** in patients with liver disease due to the change in the volume of distribution of albumin as well as the reduction in synthesis.
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e
Increased serum albumin level is found in liver disease
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Venous drainage of the liver is by the hepatic **veins** into the IVC
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b
Venous drainage of the liver is by the hepatic arteries in the IVC
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Bilirubin is produced as a product of the breakdown of RBCs, not the creation
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d
Bilirubin is produced due to the creation of red blood cells
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Correct answer
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a
Cholecystokinin stimulates vagal afferents, causing Sphincter of Oddi relaxation and rhythmic gallbladder contraction, which expels stored bile
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This is incorrect. The liver is required to store and synthesise **glycogen**, which is utilised to help prevent **hypoglycaemia**
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c
The liver is required to store and synthesise glucose; this is a protective mechanism to prevent hyperglycaemia
Concept
Chapter
2693
5351
Liver
Topic
262
Hepatology
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Which of the following is correct in relation to hepatic physiology?
a