Urobilin
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| Urobilin | |
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| CAS number | [1856-98-0] |
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| Molecular formula | C33H42N4O6 |
| Molar mass | 590.71 |
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Urobilin is a yellow linear tetrapyrrole, resulting from the breakdown of haem, a cyclic tetrapyrrole. Urobilin is generated in intestines from urobilinogen. It is absorbed into blood stream and excreted in urine, giving urine its characteristic yellow color.
It is a sensitive marker for early acute hepatitis.
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