Select one of the following statements that is NOT CORRECT. Group of answer choices Bilirubin contains methyl and vinyl groups Albumin-bound bilirubin is transported to the liver Bilirubin is a cyclic tetrapyrrole Bilirubin does not contain iron
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" - Bilirubin is a breakdown product of heme, which does contain vinyl groups, but it does not contain methyl groups. Therefore, this statement is likely incorrect. Show more…
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