How Do You Spell UROBILIN JAUNDICE?

1. Urobilin jaundice is a medical condition characterized by the yellowing of the skin, mucous membranes, and whites of the eyes due to an excessive accumulation of urobilin in the body. Urobilin is a yellow-brown pigment formed during the breakdown of heme, a component of hemoglobin found in red blood cells.

   When red blood cells reach the end of their lifespan, they are broken down in the liver, spleen, and bone marrow. The heme released from the breakdown of hemoglobin is converted into bilirubin, which is further metabolized into urobilin. Urobilin is then transported to the intestines where it is partially reabsorbed back into the bloodstream.

   In cases of urobilin jaundice, the normal process of excreting urobilin from the body is disrupted. This can occur due to various factors such as liver dysfunction, obstruction of the biliary system, or certain medications that interfere with the normal metabolism and excretion of urobilin.

   The excess urobilin accumulates in the body tissues, leading to the characteristic yellow discoloration of the skin and eyes. Other symptoms of urobilin jaundice may include dark urine and pale stools.

   Diagnosis of urobilin jaundice involves assessing the levels of urobilin in the blood, urine, and stool. Treatment aims to address the underlying cause of the condition and may involve medications, lifestyle changes, or in some cases, surgical intervention.

   It is important to seek medical attention if symptoms of jaundice develop, as urobilin jaundice can be an indication of an underlying health issue that requires prompt evaluation and treatment.

2. A yellowish discoloration of the skin and conjunctivae associated with urobilinuria.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for UROBILIN JAUNDICE

The term "urobilin jaundice" is a combination of two words: "urobilin" and "jaundice".

1. Urobilin: The word "urobilin" comes from the combination of two Greek words: "ouron" meaning "urine" and "bilis" meaning "bile". Urobilin is a brownish-yellow pigment that gives urine its yellow color. It is a breakdown product of bilirubin, which is formed during the breakdown of red blood cells.

2. Jaundice: The word "jaundice" comes from the Old French word "jaunisse", which means "yellowness". This, in turn, derives from the Latin word "galbinus" or "galbinium", referring to a bright yellowish-green color.