The page provides an overview of the urea cycle's critical role in the detoxification of ammonia in the liver by converting it into urea for excretion. It highlights the cycle's importance in maintain...The page provides an overview of the urea cycle's critical role in the detoxification of ammonia in the liver by converting it into urea for excretion. It highlights the cycle's importance in maintaining nitrogen balance and preventing hyperammonemia, which impacts metabolic and neurological functions. Key enzymes involved in the urea cycle are detailed, emphasizing their mechanisms and roles.
