Jaundice

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-006282",
  "term": "Jaundice",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A medical condition characterized by a yellowish discoloration of the skin, mucous membranes, and whites of the eyes, caused by elevated levels of bilirubin in the blood. Bilirubin is a yellow pigment formed from the breakdown of red blood cells. This condition can result from liver disease, obstruction of bile ducts, or excessive red blood cell destruction.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1248 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/jaundice/"
}