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In liver diseases, bilirubin metabolism can be altered in multiple stages. Overproduction, faulty conjugation, or defective ...

Bilirubin is a viscous, brownish-yellow substance that is a natural byproduct of liver processes like breaking down old red blood cells. Normally, it is excreted from the body without cause for ...

In addition, near-term infants have more immature hepatic mechanisms for elimination of bilirubin than their term counterparts, placing them at increased risk for elevated serum bilirubin levels.

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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 ...