10 Causes of High Bilirubin Levels
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Cause #1: Gallstones
The gallbladder is an organ that is located just beneath the liver. It is shaped like a pear and is responsible for storing bile, which helps us to break down the fats that we eat. The gallbladder will release bile into the small intestines when it is needed.
Sometimes, some of the fluids in the gallbladder can harden, causing small stones known as gallstones. These will need to be passed out through the digestive system. They can be extremely painful to pass and can result in a range of other symptoms. One of the symptoms associated with gallstones is high levels of bilirubin.
