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The liver is the large organ between the rumen and the diaphragm. It should have sharp edges and a smooth surface. Note if there are any lesions on the surface, along with the color and size of the liver. Enlarged livers will have rounded edges. As done with all other organs, cut into the liver to view the deeper tissue. |
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| Located within the liver lobes is the gall bladder. This sac like organ is green in color and is typically about the size of a grapefruit in an adult cow. There are ducts associated with the gall bladder and course through the liver. Cut open the gall bladder and these ducts to look for any abnormalities. This is the site where liver flukes are found. | |
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Click the photo to the left to view opening of the gall bladder. |
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