Hemoglobin is broken down into a compound called bilirubin. High levels of bilirubin in the bloodstream may be a sign of hemolytic anemia. High levels of this compound also occur with some liver and gallbladder diseases. Thus, you may need liver function tests to find out what's causing the high bilirubin levels.
No. Once you recover from Hepatitis A, you develop antibodies that protect you from the virus for life. An antibody is a substance found in the blood that the body produces in response to a virus. Antibodies protect the body from disease by attaching to the virus and destroying it.eople who have ever had a serious allergic reaction to the Hepatitis A vaccine or who are known to be allergic to any part of the Hepatitis A vaccine should not receive the vaccine. Tell your doctor if you have any severe allergies.
Hepatitis Home. When a person is infected with the hepatitis A virus, there is only one cure -- time. If signs and symptoms of hepatitis A (hep A) do occur, treatment consists of supportive care, which means treating the symptoms and possible complications that arise while the body fights the virus. The best way to prevent hepatitis A is to get vaccinated. 2  The vaccine is effective and can keep you from ever getting hepatitis A. The vaccine is also available for long-term prevention against infection in people 12 months of age and older. 3  Practicing good personal hygiene.