hepatic acinus zone 3

hepatic acinus centrilobular zone

The region of the hepatic acinus immediately surrounding the central veins. This region has the lowest oxygen concentration in the acinus. Zone 3 is located in the centrilobular region of the liver lobule, closest to the central vein. Hepatocytes in this region are the primary location for the biotransformation of drugs.

Type Vessel
Parent Structure metabolic zone of liver
Latin Name hepatic acinus centrilobular zone

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hepatic acinus zone 3?
The region of the hepatic acinus immediately surrounding the central veins. This region has the lowest oxygen concentration in the acinus. Zone 3 is located in the centrilobular region of the liver lobule, closest to the central vein. Hepatocytes in this region are the primary location for the biotr
What is the Latin name for the hepatic acinus zone 3?
The Latin name for the hepatic acinus zone 3 is hepatic acinus centrilobular zone.

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