noun🔗ShareParenchymeThe functional tissue of an organ as distinguished from the connective and supporting tissue."The liver's parenchyma, which consists of cells called hepatocytes, is responsible for filtering blood and producing bile, while the surrounding connective tissue provides structural support. "Le parenchyme du foie, composé de cellules appelées hépatocytes, est responsable de la filtration du sang et de la production de bile, tandis que le tissu conjonctif environnant assure un soutien structurel.anatomyorganmedicinephysiologybiologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading