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hepatic

/hɪˈpætɪk/ /həˈpætɪk/

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noun

Any compound that acts on the liver.

Examples :

"Some pharmaceuticals are classified as a hepatic because they specifically target and affect liver function. "

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noun

A liverwort (kind of plant)

Examples :

"While walking in the damp forest, the botany student identified a type of plant as a hepatic, noting its small, green, and leafy structure. "

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adjective

Of or relating to the liver.

Examples :

"The doctor ordered a hepatic function test to check the health of my liver. "

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adjective

Acting on or occurring in the liver.

Examples :

"The doctor ordered a test to check for any hepatic damage after the patient reported taking too much medication. "

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adjective

Of a deep brownish-red color like that of liver.

Examples :

"The artist used a hepatic red paint to create a realistic liver in her anatomical drawing. "

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