bile duct
The bile duct is a small tube in the body that carries bile, a digestive fluid produced by the liver. Bile helps break down fats in the food we eat. The bile duct connects the liver to the gallbladder, where bile is stored, and then to the small intestine, where it is released to aid digestion.
There are several parts of the bile duct system, including the common bile duct and the cystic duct. Blockages or infections in the bile duct can lead to serious health issues, such as jaundice or pancreatitis, making it important for proper functioning in the digestive process.