biliary system

Definition / meaning of biliary system

The organs and ducts that make and store bile (a fluid made by the liver that helps digest fat), and release it into the small intestine. The biliary system includes the gallbladder and bile ducts inside and outside the liver. Also called biliary tract.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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