Blockage of the bile duct by a cancer, gallstones, or scarring from injury prevents the bile from being transported to the intestine and the active ingredient in the bile (bilirubin) instead accumulates in the blood.
High-density polyethylene (HDPE) is one of the most commonly used plastics in the United States. Labeled as #2 plastic, it is typically found in milk jugs, plastic bags and refillable plastic bottles.igh-density polyethylene (HDPE) is one of the most commonly used plastics in the United States. Labeled as #2 plastic, it is typically found in milk jugs, plastic bags and refillable plastic bottles.
Parylene coatings share many properties. They are all lightweight, offering the utmost barrier protection for their low mass, and can also offer added strength when used to coat wires. Because they are transparent, parylene coatings are appropriate for use on medical devices where visibility is key.