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Bilirubin & MELD score

Buderflyz
Hi! I'm new to MedHelp and would like to know if direct or total bilirubin is used to determine a MELD score? Thanks!

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Buderflyz
Thanks !!!
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Total bilirubin is used to calculate your MELD score.

Take care!
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