Why does a dialysis machine turn yellow?

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Specializes in Gerontology RN-BC and FNP MSN student.

Hi Allnurses,

I was wondering what this could mean. I know it has to do with possible liver damage but thats all I know. Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks in advance!

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Specializes in Dialysis.

If you are talking about the filter turning yellow it is caused by bilirubin staining the membrane. I would suspect liver failure.

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Specializes in Gerontology RN-BC and FNP MSN student.

Thank you.

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