Bilirubin

Bilirubin er en gul forbindelse som oppstår i kroppen som et biprodukt ved nedbrytning av røde blodceller. Det transporteres til leveren, hvor det bearbeides og skilles ut i gallen. En frisk lever filtrerer bilirubin fra blodet og omdanner det til en form som kan elimineres gjennom fordøyelsessystemet. Bilirubinnivåene i blodet er en viktig indikator på leverens funksjon og helse, samt på potensielle problemer med gallegangene eller nedbrytning av røde blodceller....

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Who would benefit from testing their bilirubin value?
  • Individuals with symptoms of liver disease, such as jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes), abdominal pain, or dark urine.
  • Patients with conditions affecting the liver, gallbladder, or bile ducts.
  • People with suspected hemolytic anemia, as increased red blood cell breakdown can raise bilirubin levels.
  • Newborns, as they commonly develop jaundice due to immature liver function.
What are the common symptoms of too high bilirubin values?
  • Jaundice (yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes)
  • Dark urine
  • Light-colored or clay-colored stools
  • Itching
  • Fatigue
  • Abdominal pain
Abdominal pain What can cause high bilirubin values in blood?

High bilirubin levels can be caused by:

  • Liver diseases such as hepatitis or cirrhosis.
  • Blockages in the bile ducts, such as gallstones or tumors.
  • Hemolytic anemia, where red blood cells are broken down rapidly.
  • Genetic conditions like Gilbert’s syndrome.
  • Newborn jaundice due to immature liver function.
What can I do to improve bilirubin?
  • Address any underlying liver or gallbladder issues with appropriate medical care.
  • Avoid excessive alcohol consumption to prevent liver damage.
  • Maintain a balanced diet to support liver health.
  • Stay hydrated and exercise regularly.
  • For hemolytic anemia, treatment depends on the underlying cause.
  • Newborn jaundice typically resolves on its own, but in some cases, medical treatment like phototherapy is necessary.

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Who would benefit from testing their bilirubin value?
What are the common symptoms of too high bilirubin values?
Abdominal pain What can cause high bilirubin values in blood?
What can I do to improve bilirubin?
Who would benefit from testing their bilirubin value?
What are the common symptoms of too high bilirubin values?
Abdominal pain What can cause high bilirubin values in blood?
What can I do to improve bilirubin?
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