Essential Biochemistry - Hemoglobin Metabolism (Section 3 - No. 2)
Which of the following is a characteristic of obstructive jaundice?
Increased plasma concentration of conjugated bilirubin.
Presence of bilirubin in urine
Increased amount of urobilinogen in urine and feces.
The urine color is dark orange.
Explanation
Obstructive jaundice leads to an increase in conjugated bilirubin, bilirubinuria and urine appears dark orange in color.