The liver is the largest internal organ and gland in the human body, weighing approximately 1.2–1.5 kilograms (2.6–3.3 pounds) in an average adult. It is located in the upper right portion of the abdominal cavity, just beneath the diaphragm and above the stomach, right kidney, and intestines. Divided into two main lobes, the right and left, the liver plays a crucial role in maintaining overall health by performing over 500 vital functions.
Performs over 500 essential functions like detoxification, digestion, and nutrient storage
Can regrow to its full size even if 75% is removed or damaged
Processes 1.5 liters of blood per minute, removing toxins and maintaining balance
Stores crucial vitamins (A, D, E, K, B12) and minerals (iron, copper) for later use
Produces bile, essential for breaking down fats and absorbing nutrients
Chennai Liver Foundation (CLF) is a voluntary, non-profit organization that aims to promote awareness about liver health by supporting research and educational activities. It offers help, support, and information to the medical fraternity and the general public about the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of liver-related diseases.
To improve public awareness and understanding of liver health and liver disease.
One of the many ways you can support the Chennai Liver Foundation is by planning and organizing an event.
To encourage volunteer chapters across the country to further our causes.
Dr Vivekanandan [MBBS, MRCS, FRCS] is the Best Liver Transplant Surgeon in chennai and the Managing Trustee of CLF. He’s been providing FREE Consulting Services for Liver Patients and has been sharing many important information about Liver Health on Social Media.
The Free Liver Clinic is open to the general public on all weekdays between 5 PM and 7 PM. Consultations for people suffering from any liver disease like Jaundice, Hepatitis, Liver Cirrhosis, Liver Cancer, Liver Fibrosis, or Alcoholic Liver Diseases can pre-book an appointment.
Get a FREE second opinion from Dr. Vivek (liver doctor in chennai) on your diagnosis. Chennai Liver Foundation has a partnership with RPS Hospitals to treat Liver Patients.
NOhep unites people around the world behind a shared goal: the elimination of viral hepatitis. With one voice we demand action, we demand change and we demand that millions of people around the world are given a chance to live a life free of this disease!
Chennai Liver Foundation in association with World Hepatitis Alliance has been promoting awareness about Hepatitis to the masses with the mission of eliminating Hepatitis by 2030.
World Hepatitis Day, observed on July 28 every year, aims to raise global awareness of hepatitis – a group of infectious diseases known as Hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E — and encourage prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
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