How to Pronounce "bilirubin"
word
bɪlɪˈɹuːbɪn
bil-ih-ROO-bin
bɪlɪˈɹuːbɪn
bil-ih-ROO-bin
Definition
Bilirubin is a yellow substance produced when red blood cells break down. High levels of bilirubin can cause jaundice and may indicate problems with the liver or blood.
IPA Transcription
American English
bɪlɪˈɹuːbɪn
British English
bɪlɪˈɹuːbɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
bil-ih-ROO-bin
UK
bil-ih-ROO-bin
Listen in Context
The doctor checked my bilirubin levels.
High bilirubin can cause yellow skin.
Bilirubin is important in liver tests.
My baby had high bilirubin right after birth, so the doctors treated her for jaundice.