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Coloring of the skin and mucous membranes occurs with the accumulation of bile pigments (bilirubin) in the skin and mucous membranes due to a violation of the outflow of bile from the liver as a result of a blockage of the bile duct (a stone for cholelithiasis, a tumor in cancer), in liver diseases (hepatitis, cirrhosis) or hemolysis (destruction) of erythrocytes. What color?

A)Cyanosis (bluish coloration)
B) Skin hyperemia
C) Pale skin coloration
D)Icteric skin coloration
E)Bronze skin color

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Answer:

D. Icteric skin coloration

Step-by-step explanation:

Jaundice, also known as icterus, is a yellowish or greenish pigmentation of the skin and whites of the eyes due to high bilirubin levels.

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