A member asked:

Can you please explain the function of the gallbladder?

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Dr. Michael Zadeh answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Stores bile.: The gallbladder stores and concentrates the extra bile which is made by the liver and secreted into the intestines. Bile helps us absorb the fats that we eat as part of our diets.

Answered 12/8/2014

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Dr. David Fertel answered

Specializes in Vascular Surgery

Bile storage: Gall bladder stores bile. When a normal pt. Eats a fatty meal, bile is released to the doudenum.

Answered 4/7/2013

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