This organ contains macrophages called Kupffer Cells, and it is also the primary site of gluconeogenesis.
This organ contains macrophages called Kupffer Cells, and it is also the primary site of gluconeogenesis. Prior to the bone marrow taking over, this organ creates red blood cells. Another function of this organ is the degradation of insulin, and it stores glycogen, along with secreting bile that is stored in the gallbladder. Alcohol leads to scarring in this organ, a condition known as cirrhosis. For 10 points, name this largest internal organ, responsible for detoxification and affected by hepatitis.
This organ contains macrophages called Kupffer Cells, and it is also the primary site of gluconeogenesis.
Liver