Essential Biochemistry - Hemoglobin Metabolism (Section 3 - No. 37)

Which type of jaundice is associated with an increase in unconjugated bilirubin due to excessive hemolysis?

Hemolytic jaundice

Hepatocellular jaundice

Obstructive jaundice

Physiological jaundice

Hemolytic jaundice results from an increased breakdown of red blood cells, leading to an increase in unconjugated bilirubin.