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...r]]. These tests measure the levels of certain enzymes and proteins in the blood, which can indicate if the liver is damaged or diseased. ...ning "performance, execution". The word "tests" comes from the Old French "test", meaning "small vessel".

...er]] disorder that is characterized by an elevated level of unconjugated [[bilirubin]] in the bloodstream. ...substance called bilirubin. Bilirubin is produced by the breakdown of red blood cells.

...substance called bilirubin. Bilirubin is produced by the breakdown of red blood cells. ...e often experience occasional and mild [[jaundice]], due to the buildup of bilirubin. This is characterized by a yellowish color of the skin and whites of the e

...bilirubin]] in the blood, resulting from an accelerated breakdown of [[red blood cells]] (RBCs). The term 'hemolytic' is derived from the Greek words 'haima' meaning 'blood' and 'lysis' meaning 'loosening' or 'dissolving'. 'Jaundice' comes from the

...etect antibodies that can cause a reaction between the mother's and baby's blood. * [[Indirect bilirubin]]: A form of bilirubin that is not water-soluble and circulates in the bloodstream, bound to album

'''FibroTest''' (pronounced: /ˈfaɪbroʊˌtɛst/) is a non-invasive [[medical test]] used to assess liver fibrosis and cirrhosis. It is also known as the '''B ..."fibrosis", referring to the medical condition it helps to diagnose, and "test", indicating its function as a diagnostic tool.

...nosis of dark urine is typically made through a [[urinalysis]], which is a test that examines the content of the urine. This can help determine the cause o * [[Hematuria]]: The presence of blood in the urine, which can cause the urine to appear dark or red.

* [[Angina pectoris]] - A type of chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart. ...artery]] - One of the most important arteries of the lower leg, supplying blood to the anterior compartment of the leg and dorsal surface of the foot.

...tem by which human blood is classified, based on proteins occurring on red blood cells; the four classification groups are A, AB, B, and O * [[ACE inhibitor]] - a drug typically used to treat high blood pressure (Angiotensin-Converting