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72. The primary organelle target for the detoxification of drugs, metabolic toxins, and alcohol within specialized animal liver cells is the

A. Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum
B. Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum
C. Lysosome
D. Peroxisome

📝 Explanation

The smooth ER in hepatocytes contains cytochrome P450 enzyme families that chemically modify and detoxify hydrophobic drugs and toxins.

📖 Additional Information

  • Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum
  • Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum
  • Lysosome
  • Peroxisome

The smooth ER in hepatocytes contains cytochrome P450 enzyme families that chemically modify and detoxify hydrophobic drugs and toxins.

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