Bile

An emulsifying agent produced in the LIVER and secreted into the DUODENUM. Its composition includes BILE ACIDS AND SALTS; CHOLESTEROL; and ELECTROLYTES. It aids DIGESTION of fats in the duodenum.

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Tree Number(s): A12.200.087

MeSH Unique ID: D001646

Entry Terms:

• Biliary Sludge
• Sludge, Biliary

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Bile