This document discusses bilirubin metabolism. Bilirubin is produced from the breakdown of heme in red blood cells by macrophages in the spleen and liver. It is then conjugated in the liver with glucuronic acid and excreted from the body in bile or urine. Elevated levels of bilirubin can indicate issues with the liver or bile ducts.
This document discusses bilirubin metabolism. Bilirubin is produced from the breakdown of heme in red blood cells by macrophages in the spleen and liver. It is then conjugated in the liver with glucuronic acid and excreted from the body in bile or urine. Elevated levels of bilirubin can indicate issues with the liver or bile ducts.
This document discusses bilirubin metabolism. Bilirubin is produced from the breakdown of heme in red blood cells by macrophages in the spleen and liver. It is then conjugated in the liver with glucuronic acid and excreted from the body in bile or urine. Elevated levels of bilirubin can indicate issues with the liver or bile ducts.