ICTERUS IN CATS
Icterus is also known as jaundice or yellow jaundice. It means that a yellow pigment is found in the blood and tissues. It is most easily seen in the gingivae (gums), the sclerae (white part of the eyes), and the pinnae (ear flaps).
Where do we see icterus?
Scleral icterus, also known as conjunctival icterus, refers to the yellowish pigmentation of the sclera, which is the normally white area of the eye.
What causes an Icteric sample?
Icteric serum is caused by the presence of excess bilirubin in the blood stream as a result of increased production (pre-hepatic) or inappropriate excretion (hepatic and post-hepatic).
