Liver Disease Signs: Ammonia, Bilirubin and Early Signals

Early signs of liver problems often include elevated bilirubin and high ammonia levels. Detoxifying your system and choosing the right foods can help manage a swollen liver and address walking issues linked to hepatic disease.

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Causes of Elevated Bilirubin Levels

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Leann Mikesh, Ph.D.

Bilirubin is a byproduct of normal hemoglobin breakdown. When old red blood cells are broken down, the hemoglobin within them is converted into bilirubin. The liver then degrades bilirubin into bile and either stores it in the gallbladder or excretes it through the stool.