What Activity of the Liver Makes It Act as an Accessory

Question

What activity of the liver makes it act as an accessory organ?
A) production of bile
B) synthesis of blood-clotting factors
C) destruction of old blood cells
D) detoxification

Accepted Answer

The liver's production of bile, which is stored in the gallbladder and released into the small intestine to aid in the digestion and absorption of fats, is its main activity as an accessory organ. While the liver also performs other important functions such as synthesis of blood-clotting factors, destruction of old blood cells, and detoxification, these are not unique to accessory organs and can also be carried out by other organs in the body.