biliary tract

Definition / meaning of biliary tract

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 tract includes the gallbladder and bile ducts inside and outside the liver. Also called biliary system.

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

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