Explain why intravascular hemolysis increases bilirubin

What will be an ideal response?


Bilirubin is a byproduct of hemoglobin breakdown. Lysed red cells (hemolysis) release hemoglobin into the blood stream. Hemoglobin is very quickly converted to bilirubin while still in the bloodstream. If hemolysis is severe, bilirubin will accumulate faster than the liver can clear it.

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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