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Liver

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liver)

The liver, hepar, is a vital organ present in vertebrates and some other animals. It has a wide range of functions, including detoxification, protein synthesis, and production of biochemicals necessary for digestion. The liver is necessary for survival; there is currently no way to compensate for the absence of liver function in the long term, although new liver dialysis techniques can be used in the short term. (Wikipedia)

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26-Mar-2013

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