Hemolysis is a major factor contributing to increased bilirubin production and hyperbilirubinemia during biliary obstruction in the rat [Salomon, et al. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr 5:806-810, 1986].

Elevated bilirubin concentrations (for age in hours) may occur due to increased bilirubin production (breakdown of heme moiety of hemoglobin) and/or delayed bilirubin elimination (hepatic and ...

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 ...

Breastfeeding jaundice occurs on the 2nd or 3rd day of life and results from insufficient milk intake due to inadequate production or ... for elimination of bilirubin than their term counterparts ...