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hyperbilirubinemia

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[hahy-per-bil-uh-roo-buh-nee-mee-uh] / ˌhaɪ pərˌbɪl əˌru bəˈni mi ə /

noun

Pathology.

  1. an abnormally high level of bilirubin in the blood, manifested by jaundice, anorexia, and malaise, occurring in association with liver disease and certain hemolytic anemias.

Etymology

Origin of hyperbilirubinemia

First recorded in 1920–25; hyper- + bilirubin + -emia

Example Sentences

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Newborns with hyperbilirubinemia are treated with phototherapy because UV light helps to break down the bilirubin quickly.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

Indeed, hyperbilirubinemia, a high level of circulating bilirubin, is the most common condition requiring medical attention in newborns.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

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