My dog's bilirubin is high. What does this mean for their liver?

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What is Bilburin in dogs and why does it affect their liver enzmes. Pet's info: Dog | Pit Bull Terrier | Female | unspayed | 9 years and 11 months old | 95 lbs

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Bilirubin is a pigment found in bile. An elevated bilirubin level may indicate liver disease, a toxicity, infection, autoimmune disease or a rapid breakdown of red blood cells. If levels are high enough, your dog may appear jaundiced (yellowing of the mucus membranes or skin). It would be best to have Dahlia checked or rechecked by your veterinarian to diagnose the underlying cause.

My dog's bilirubin is high. What does this mean for their liver?

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