Questions and Answers
Which liver function test can differentiate between hepatocellular versus obstructive jaundice?
Serum bilirubin
In which type of jaundice does conjugated bilirubin rise?
Obstructive jaundice
Which enzyme is more specific to liver damage?
Glutamic pyruvic transaminase (GPT)
In which type of jaundice does unconjugated bilirubin rise?
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In which condition is urobilinogen in urine increased?
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Study Notes
Liver Function Tests and Jaundice
- Alkaline phosphatase (ALP) liver function test can differentiate between hepatocellular versus obstructive jaundice.
Types of Jaundice
- Conjugated bilirubin rises in obstructive jaundice.
- Unconjugated bilirubin rises in hepatocellular jaundice.
Enzymes and Liver Damage
- Alanine transaminase (ALT) is a more specific enzyme to liver damage.
Urine Analysis
- Urobilinogen in urine is increased in hepatocellular jaundice.
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