Biochemistry The conjugation of bilirubin to glucuronic acid in the liver – A Converts a hydrophilic compound to a hydrophobic one B Converts a hydrophobic compound to a hydrophilic one C Enables the bilirubin molecule to cross the cell membrane D Is increased during neonatal jaundice π‘ Explanation The conjugation of bilirubin to glucuronic acid in the liver - β Correct Answer: B. Converts a hydrophobic compound to a hydrophilic one