Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
10804064 Biochimie 2012 7 Pages PDF
Abstract
► Bilirubin is endogenous antioxidant and anti-inflammatory substance. ► Hyperbilirubinemia and increased heme turnover elevate its intracellular levels. ► Bilirubin levels are inversely correlated with lipid peroxidation. ► Hyperbilirubinemia is a protective response of the body against oxidative insults.
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