3 Questions
What is the role of the liver in the breakdown of bilirubin?
The liver changes bilirubin for secretion into bile
What is the cause of jaundice?
An increased concentration of bilirubin in body fluids
How long do erythrocytes circulate before breaking up in the liver and spleen?
120 days
Study Notes
- Hemoglobin has a porphyrin ring structure.
- Iron is attached to the porphyrin ring.
- Erythropoiesis occurs in red bone marrow.
- Bilirubin is produced after the destruction of erythrocytes.
- Bilirubin is conveyed through the plasma to the liver.
- Bilirubin is further changed in the liver for secretion into bile.
- Jaundice is caused by an increased bilirubin concentration in body fluids.
- Jaundice results in yellowish discoloration of skin and mucous membranes.
- Plasma bilirubin level above 2 mg/di is detectable for jaundice.
- Erythrocytes circulate for 120 days before breaking up in liver and spleen.
Think you know everything about hemoglobin, erythropoiesis, and bilirubin? Test your knowledge with this quiz! From the porphyrin ring structure of hemoglobin to the breakdown of erythrocytes in the liver and spleen, this quiz covers all the basics. Learn about how bilirubin is produced, conveyed through plasma, and changed in the liver for secretion into bile. Find out how jaundice is caused and how it results in yellowish disc
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