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There are currently 3 names in this directory beginning with the letter B.
Bile
Fluid produced by the liver cells which aid the digestion of lipids. It is stored in the gallbladder.

Bilirubin
Pigment derived from the destruction of the blood cells. In excess it causes jaundice (icterus) in case of liver disease or when the gallbladder cannot drain the bilirubin.

Biopsy
Extraction of sample cells or tissue (liver) for microscopic examination.