Bile Pigments

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Description

Bile Pigments are colored compounds that are the breakdown products of Hemoglobin excreted via the Bile.

 

Biological Function of Bile Pigments

Cardiovascular System

 Bile Pigments are the end result of the breakdown of "spent" Hemoglobin in the Liver.

 

Types of Bile Pigments

 Bilirubin

 Biliverdin

 

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