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Which one of the following is not the reason for very high load of bilirubin?

A

Excessive destruction red blood corpuscles

B

Impaired uptake of bilirubin by liver cells

C

Ingestion of iron supplements

D

Insoluble bilirubin in the intestine is reabsorbed by the blood

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To determine which option is not a reason for a very high load of bilirubin, we will analyze each option provided in the question. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Bilirubin**: - Bilirubin is a yellow pigment produced during the breakdown of red blood cells (RBCs). It is primarily processed in the liver. - When RBCs are broken down, hemoglobin is released, which is then converted into bilirubin. 2. **Identifying the Causes of High Bilirubin Levels**: - High bilirubin levels can occur due to various reasons, including: - **Excessive destruction of red blood corpuscles**: This leads to an increased production of bilirubin as more RBCs are broken down. - **Impaired uptake of bilirubin by liver cells**: If the liver cannot take up bilirubin effectively, it accumulates in the blood. - **Insoluble bilirubin reabsorbed by the blood**: If bilirubin is not excreted properly, it can be reabsorbed, leading to higher levels in the bloodstream. 3. **Analyzing the Options**: - **Option 1: Excessive destruction of red blood corpuscles**: This would increase bilirubin levels, so it is a reason for high bilirubin. - **Option 2: Impaired uptake of bilirubin by liver cells**: This would also lead to increased bilirubin levels, making it a reason for high bilirubin. - **Option 3: Ingestion of iron supplement**: Iron supplements generally increase the production of RBCs. More RBCs could mean less breakdown and, therefore, less bilirubin production. This option does not contribute to high bilirubin levels. - **Option 4: Insoluble bilirubin in the intestine is reabsorbed by the blood**: This would lead to increased bilirubin levels, so it is a reason for high bilirubin. 4. **Conclusion**: - The option that is **not** a reason for a very high load of bilirubin is **Option 3: Ingestion of iron supplement**. ### Final Answer: **Option 3: Ingestion of iron supplement** is not a reason for very high load of bilirubin.
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