Jaundice is a condition characterized by the yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes caused by an excess of bilirubin, a yellow-orange bile pigment. Bilirubin is produced during the normal breakdown of red blood cells, and it is usually processed by the liver and excreted in bile. When there is a disruption in this process, bilirubin can build up in the body, leading to jaundice. Jaundice can result from various underlying conditions affecting the liver, bile ducts, or red blood cells. Visualize the liver, gallbladder, and bile ducts to detect blockages or abnormalities.
