The liver detoxifies the blood from toxic substances. It processes harmful compounds like drugs, alcohol, and metabolic waste through multi-phase reactions.
Liver's Detox Role
The liver filters blood arriving from the digestive system via the portal vein, neutralizing toxins by converting them into water-soluble forms for excretion in bile or urine. Kupffer cells in the liver also phagocytose bacteria and debris.
Supporting Organs
Kidneys filter blood to remove waste into urine but focus more on water/salt balance than chemical detoxification. Lungs and skin eliminate some toxins via exhalation and sweat, respectively.
