The liver plays a crucial role in metabolizing proteins and eliminating waste products from the body, including ammonia. Ammonia, a toxic byproduct of protein metabolism, is typically converted into urea in the liver—a process that allows for its safe excretion through urine. However, in cases of liver cirrhosis or hepatic encephalopathy, the liver's ability to process ammonia is compromised, leading to a dangerous accumulation.
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