hepatic

/hɪˈpætɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to the liver or the liver’s function

“The hepatic enzyme levels in the patient’s blood were elevated.”

2. noun

the liver or its function

“The hepatic system in the human body plays a vital role in metabolism.”

3. noun

a part or process of the liver, especially in relation to its function

“The hepatic portal vein carries blood from the digestive organs to the liver.”

Synonyms

  • hepatic
  • hepato-
  • liver

Antonyms

  • renal
  • splenic