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What is the definition or description of: direct bilirubin?
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Direct bilirubin: Bilirubin - direct, indirect, and total provide some clues to the underlying disease process. The direct bilirubin has to processed further by the liver for excretion out of the body. Therefore, the direct bilirubin level is generally used as an indicator for the function and health of the liver.
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