What Is Gilbert Syndrome?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
9. Diagnosis
As mentioned, many people with Gilbert’s syndrome will only find out by chance, and many will never find out at all. If you are showing signs of jaundice for reasons that cannot be explained, however, then a doctor may choose to perform tests. The tests will often involve ruling out other, potentially more serious conditions first.
Doctors will often be satisfied by tests that rule out serious conditions without necessarily confirming Gilbert’s syndrome. It is not a dangerous condition so there is no need to investigate further in most cases. If it is deemed necessary to confirm the condition, genetic testing can be used.
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