Jaundice,a yellowing of the skin,is a condition caused by the deposition of bilirubin in the skin.It may be associated with
A)excessive breakdown of red blood cells
B)cancer of the bowel or pancreas
C)blockage of bile drainage by gallstones
D)increased atmospheric oxygen

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Jaundice is caused by the buildup of bilirubin, a byproduct of the breakdown of red blood cells (A). It can also result from conditions that affect the liver, pancreas, or bile ducts, such as cancer of the bowel or pancreas (B) and blockage of bile drainage by gallstones (C). Increased atmospheric oxygen (D) does not cause jaundice.

Jaundice,a Yellowing of the Skin,is a Condition Caused by the Deposition