10 Causes of High Bilirubin Levels
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Cause #8: Hemolytic Anemia
Our red blood cells have the essential role of transporting oxygen throughout the body. They have a lifespan of their own and are processed by the liver once their lives are over. They are then replaced by fresh, new red blood cells, ensuring that the blood is able to continue supplying the oxygen the body needs.
Hemolytic anemia is a condition that causes the blood cells to be removed and processed before their lifecycle is over. This affects the blood’s ability to carry out its role. There are numerous types of this condition, some of which are more dangerous than others. One symptom of the condition is higher than usual levels of bilirubin in the body.
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