What are the Functions of Liver?

More than 500 vital functions have been identified with liver

The main functions of liver can be broadly classified in the following groups: SYNTHESIS, STORAGE, SECRETION, DETOXIFICATION

Synthesis: Proteins needed for body functions

Storage: Glycogen (glucose is converted to glycogen)

Detoxification: Drugs and toxins

Production of Bile: need for digestion of fats

Regulating blood clotting: synthesis of essential proteins

Production of immune factors: thus fighting infections