Bilirubin is a yellowish pigment produced during the breakdown of red blood cells.

It helps diagnose liver disorders, bile duct issues, and conditions affecting red blood cell breakdown.

No special preparation is required. Inform your healthcare provider about any medications or supplements you are taking.

Abnormal levels can indicate liver diseases, bile duct obstruction, or disorders affecting red blood cell breakdown.

Yes, certain medications can influence bilirubin levels. Inform your healthcare provider about any medications you are taking before the test.

Parathyroidectomy is a surgical procedure to remove one or more parathyroid glands, typically to treat hyperparathyroidism.

Symptoms may include confusion, fatigue, weakness, and in severe cases, coma.

Treatment involves reducing ammonia levels through medications and dietary changes.

Yes, certain medications, especially those metabolised by the liver, can influence ammonia levels.

Liver disease, kidney dysfunction, and urea cycle disorders can impact ammonia metabolism.

A blood sample is drawn from a vein in the arm and sent to a laboratory for analysis.