Any disruption in this process-;whether in the production, metabolism, or excretion of bilirubin-;leads to conditions such as hyperbilirubinemia. Elevated levels can signify liver dysfunction or ...

Any disruption in this process—whether in the production, metabolism, or excretion of bilirubin—leads to conditions such as hyperbilirubinemia. Elevated levels can signify liver dysfunction or ...

Liver function tests are blood tests that assess how well your liver is working by measuring levels of certain enzymes and ...

Conjugation of bilirubin and delivery to the intestine doesn't necessarily lead to excretion of the substance. Neonatal intestines contain beta-glucuronidase, an enzyme capable of reducing ...

Rarely, an unusually high blood level of bilirubin can place a newborn at risk of brain damage, particularly in the presence of certain risk factors for severe jaundice but only around 1 in 20 ...