Increased bilirubin in the blood can lead to ________, and is seen in _________.

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Increased bilirubin in the blood can lead to kernicterus, which is a type of brain damage that can be caused by high levels of bilirubin and is seen in neonatal hyperbilirubinemia. Options A and B are incorrect as they refer to different types of hemoglobin and hemosiderin in the urine, which are not related to bilirubin levels. Option D is incorrect as kernicterus is not typically associated with congenital, nonspherocytic hemolytic anemia.

Increased Bilirubin in the Blood Can Lead to ________, and Is