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How Serious Is Bilirubin ?

Posted on 5 days ago

Question: My lab test results said that I have a bilirubin level of 2.7mg. I read that anything above 1.2mg is considered high. How serious is this? Is there anything I can do to lower the bilirubin level?

Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Answer given below

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.
Bilirubin is just one of the tests done to assess the liver function. There are various other tests that are included in the liver function test panel. All those are to be taken in to consideration to analyze and plan further tests and treatment.
Kindly upload the complete result.
Regards,
Dr.R.K.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (1 hour later)

Thank you for responding. I have just uploaded the full report. This report was mostly about STDs. I've heard that fasting can raise your bilirubin levels and I was required to fast before the urinalysis. Is my current bilirubin level (2.7mg/dl) something to be seriously concerned about?

Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (12 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Answer given below

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for uploading the full report.
Your liver enzymes are normal.
So there is nothing to worry about the slightly elevated Total Bilirubin.
Yes, fasting can raise your bilirubin level.
Regards,
Dr.R.K

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar