The gallbladder is a small organ located beneath the liver in the human body. Its primary function is to store and concentrate bile, a digestive fluid produced by the liver.
When food, particularly fatty substances, enters the small intestine, the gallbladder contracts, releasing stored bile through the common bile duct into the digestive tract.
Bile aids in the digestion and absorption of fats by emulsifying them into smaller droplets, which enhances the action of digestive enzymes. The gallbladder’s role in bile storage and controlled release supports efficient digestion and nutrient absorption in the digestive system.
