HEPATITIS Flashcards
1
Q
what is hepatitis?
A
● Inflammation of the liver.
● Can progress to cirrhosis
2
Q
hepatitis can progress into?
A
cirrhosis
3
Q
what are the different types of hepatitis?
A
Types A, B, C, D, and E - caused by different viral infections
4
Q
severe cases of hepatitis can lead to?
A
hepatic coma
5
Q
functions of the liver?
A
● Produces bile
● Produces albumin
● Produces cholesterol
● Converts glucose to glycogen for storage
● Conversion of ammonia to urea
● Metabolism of bilirubin in the breakdown of red blood cells
● Metabolism of drugs and toxins
● Production of clotting factors and regulation of blood clotting
