hepatocit

hepatocit

The functional cell type of the liver. Hepatocytes make enzymes for detoxifying metabolic waste, synthesise proteins for the blood plasma, produce bile and help control blood sugar levels within narrow limits.

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Synonym(s): hepatocytes_₀
Blossary: Stem cell terms
Industry/Domain: Medical
Category: Stem cell research
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