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The conjugation of bilirubin to glucuronic acid in the liver
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The correct answer is  In liver bilirubin which is a hydrophobic compound is conjugated with glucuronic acid, to make it water soluble. The fuher transpo of bilirubin into bile is an active process Only unconjugated bilirubin elevates in neonatal/hemolytic jaundiceRef: Textbook of biochemistry for medical students, seventh edition, page no: 277