Mesh term Hyperbilirubinemia
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Description
A condition characterized by an abnormal increase of BILIRUBIN in the blood, which may result in JAUNDICE. Bilirubin, a breakdown product of HEME, is normally excreted in the BILE or further catabolized before excretion in the urine.Browse to child terms:
Hyperbilirubinemia, Neonatal
Jaundice
Kernicterus
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