Bilirubin is a catabolic product derived from the heme metabolism. Although it is potentially toxic, the body has elaborate physiologic mechanisms, which can detoxify and disposition this substance in the body. This substance is formed when there is breakdown of heme, a substance that forms part of the hemoglobin. The metabolism of bilirubin by liver… Continue reading Unconjugated Bilirubin
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Serum Bilirubin Test – Normal Values
Most of the bilirubin is produced when there is degradation of hemoglobin during the normal process of removing old or aged cells. The natural color of this substance is yellow. Through the digestive agent known as bile, the bilirubin is transmitted out of your body. It may also be excreted through urine. The color of… Continue reading Serum Bilirubin Test – Normal Values
Indirect Bilirubin
Bilirubin consists of the primary bile pigment that is obtained through the breakdown of heme part of the red blood cells. Heme is the deep red as well as oxygen carrying non-protein part of the hemoglobin. It is also known as reduced hematin. When the heme is broken down, it travels to the liver and… Continue reading Indirect Bilirubin
Albumin in Urine
Albumin is a protein that is found in blood. It is a healthy protein, which travels in bloodstream. When your kidneys filter the blood and separate wastes from other healthy substances in the blood, albumin is retained and does not cross the filters or glomerulus. This means that in normal circumstances, healthy persons should not… Continue reading Albumin in Urine