The conjugation of bilirubin to glucuronic acid in the liver
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
Conves a hydrophilic compound to a hydrophobic one
Conves a hydrophobic compound to a hydrophilic one
Enables the bilirubin molecule to cross the cell membrane
Is increased during neonatal jaundice
Metabolism of protein and amino acid