How is the liver an important organ in our body?

The liver is the largest gland of the body and it performs the following functions:

1. Controls amino acid levels
2. Produces foetal red blood cells
3. Produces heparin and fibrinogen
4. Checks blood volume
5. Destructs dead red blood cells
6. Detoxifies
7. Produces bile
8. Generates heat
9. Controls blood sugar levels
10. Storage of minerals and vitamins
11. Excretes metallic and toxic substances