Bilirubin - Part 1: Metabolism & Excretion

Bilirubin is a metabolic end-product of heme, a component of hemoglobin. In healthy individuals, approximately 80% of heme is produced during the breakdown of aged erythrocytes in the spleen. The remaining 20% accumulate during red blood cell formation in the bone marrow, also termed erythropoiesis. Outline: 00:00 - Introduction 00:45 - Bilirubin metabolism 04:07 - Biliary obstruction 04:23 - Urine dipstick Subscribe to AMBOSS YouTube for the latest clinical examination videos, medical student interviews, study tips and tricks, and live webinars! Free 5-Day Trial: https://go.amboss.com/amboss-YT Instagram:   / amboss_med   Facebook:   / amboss.med   Twitter:   / ambossmed   Blog: https://blog.amboss.com/us #AMBOSSMed #MedicalSchool