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Direct bilirubin
July 3, 2023![](https://texascientificlabs.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/calcium-80x80.jpg)
Calcium
July 3, 2023Bilirubin is a yellowish pigment produced when hemoglobin in your red blood cells breaks down
High level:
-Gallstones
-Liver dysfunction
-Hepatitis
-Bile duct inflammation
-Hemolytic anemia
Low level:
There’s no clear link between low bilirubin levels and any medical conditions, but consuming certain substances can temporarily lower them.
-Caffeine
-nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) called salicylates, such as aspirin
What you should do:
High bilirubin levels are usually a sign that something is not working as expected in your liver or gallbladder. Some of these conditions aren’t too serious, but it’s important to monitor and treat them. Have your doctor decide.
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