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Xenobiotic Clearance

Meaning

Xenobiotic clearance is the critical physiological process by which the body identifies, metabolizes, and eliminates foreign chemical compounds, or xenobiotics, that are not naturally produced or expected to be present in the organism. These compounds include environmental toxins, pharmaceutical drugs, and various food additives. Efficient clearance, primarily mediated by the liver, is essential for reducing toxic load and maintaining systemic health and hormonal balance.