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Bilirubin Research Paper

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HUSSAM KANAA HSCL 2415 LAB 5 Bilirubin Rose State College 10/5/2017 Abstract Bilirubin is the breakdown product of hemoglobin, hem, from red blood cells. On average there is 200 to 300 mg of bilirubin is produced every day, and the human body is able to excrete it. Excess amount of bilirubin can be toxic, but low amount of unconjugated hyperbilirubinemia might protect against cardiovascular diseases and tumor development. Bilirubin can help in diagnosing liver and blood disorder, the complex metabolism plays an important role in drug metabolism. Bilirubin has a yellow color, the unconjugated molecule has a peak at 450 nm. Bilirubin is sensitive to oxidation and light, serum samples should be protected from

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