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In obstructive jaundice, which of the following is true about bilirubin?
In obstructive jaundice, which of the following is true about bilirubin?
- Unconjugated bilirubin rises
- Bilirubin remains within normal range
- Both conjugated and unconjugated bilirubin rise
- Conjugated bilirubin rises (correct)
What is the normal range for serum bilirubin?
What is the normal range for serum bilirubin?
- 0.3-1.0 mg/dL (correct)
- 1.0-3.0 mg/dL
- 3.0-5.0 mg/dL
- 5.0-7.0 mg/dL
In which type of jaundice does unconjugated bilirubin rise?
In which type of jaundice does unconjugated bilirubin rise?
- Hepatocellular jaundice
- Hemolytic jaundice (correct)
- Mixed jaundice
- Obstructive jaundice
Which enzyme is more specific for liver damage?
Which enzyme is more specific for liver damage?
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What does the presence of urobilinogen in urine indicate?
What does the presence of urobilinogen in urine indicate?
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Study Notes
Bilirubin and Jaundice
- In obstructive jaundice, conjugated bilirubin is elevated in the blood.
- The normal range for serum bilirubin is 0.2-1.2 mg/dL.
- Unconjugated bilirubin rises in hemolytic jaundice.
- Alanine transaminase (ALT) is a more specific enzyme for liver damage compared to aspartate transaminase (AST).
- The presence of urobilinogen in urine indicates hemolytic jaundice or liver damage.
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Test your knowledge of liver function tests (LFT) with this quiz. Learn about their role in confirming liver disease, determining disease severity, monitoring disease progression, and differentiating between types of jaundice. Perfect for medical students and professionals in gastroenterology and tropical medicine.
