In liver disease, blood ammonia levels rise because the liver cannot convert the ammonia to:

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The liver is responsible for converting toxic ammonia (produced during protein metabolism) into urea, which is then excreted by the kidneys. In liver disease, this process is disrupted, causing blood ammonia levels to rise. Therefore, choice C is correct as the liver cannot convert the ammonia to urea which is the correct product.

In Liver Disease, Blood Ammonia Levels Rise Because the Liver