Jaundice Flashcards

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1
Q

Why are slight increases in bilirubin best detected through the sclerae

A

Because of its high affinity to high elastin content

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Q

The presence of scleral icterus indicates a serum bilirubin level of

A

at least 51 μmol/L (3 mg/dL)

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