Causes of high total bilirubin

summary

High total bilirubin is a sign of many diseases. The normal value of total bilirubin is 1.71-17.1 μ mol / L (1-10mg / L), which is an important basis for clinical diagnosis of jaundice and an important indicator of liver function. Therefore, the high total bilirubin should not be underestimated, and it is very important to identify the cause.

Causes of high total bilirubin

Pathological factors: the high level of total bilirubin is caused by the dysfunction of liver uptake and bile excretion. The common causes of high bilirubin are acute icteric hepatitis, acute yellow liver necrosis, chronic active hepatitis, liver cirrhosis, hemolytic jaundice, transfusion reaction of incompatible blood group, cholecystitis, cholelithiasis and other diseases.

Physiological factors: in addition to the abnormal cases of diseases, normal people may lead to high total bilirubin if they live irregularly, eat improperly, drink frequently, sleep poorly, overwork, etc., so we must develop good living habits.

The diseases caused by the rise of total bilirubin will seriously affect the lives of patients, especially the high total bilirubin caused by liver diseases. If not treated in time, the liver will continue to be damaged, and eventually develop into cirrhosis and liver cancer, which will endanger life safety.

matters needing attention

For the sake of their own health, if the total bilirubin is on the high side, we should actively treat and recuperate. Formulate a reasonable diet adjustment plan, regular diet, balanced nutrition. We should also do more exercise, which can enhance the body's immunity at the same time.