{"product_id":"bilirubine-totaal-vingerprik","title":"Bilirubin (Total) (fingerstick)","description":"\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat is Bilirubin?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBilirubin is a yellow pigment substance that is created during the breakdown of red blood cells. It is normally processed by the liver and excreted via feces. Measuring bilirubin helps evaluate liver function and the breakdown of red blood cells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhy should you have Bilirubin tested?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTesting bilirubin is useful for monitoring the health of your liver and for diagnosing jaundice (a yellow discoloration of the skin and eyes). It can also assist in detecting blood disorders, bile duct obstructions, and in monitoring certain conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat does it indicate?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA bilirubin test measures the amount of bilirubin in your blood. It provides insights into how well your liver breaks down red blood cells and how it removes bilirubin from your body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat does a high bilirubin level mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA high level of bilirubin may indicate problems with the liver, such as hepatitis or cirrhosis, an obstruction in the bile ducts, or an excessive breakdown of red blood cells. It can also cause jaundice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat does a low bilirubin level mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA low bilirubin level is usually not a cause for concern and is often not considered a problem. However, in rare cases, it may point to certain medical conditions. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilirubin Total (Jaundice)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BloedCheckup","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52249879839066,"sku":null,"price":26.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0814\/6816\/2394\/files\/bilirubine.png?v=1755941892","url":"https:\/\/store.bloedcheckup.nl\/products\/bilirubine-totaal-vingerprik","provider":"BloedCheckup","version":"1.0","type":"link"}