What are the Symptoms of Elevated Direct Bilirubin?
Symptoms of elevated direct bilirubin can vary based on the underlying cause but commonly include:
- Jaundice: Yellowing of the skin and eyes - Dark Urine: Due to the excretion of conjugated bilirubin in the urine - Pale Stools: Lack of bilirubin in the intestines can lead to pale-colored stools - Itching: Accumulation of bile acids in the skin can cause pruritus - Fatigue and Poor Feeding: Particularly in infants, these can be signs of liver dysfunction
