hemofuscin

English

Etymology

From hemo- +‎ fusc(us) +‎ -in.

Noun

hemofuscin (uncountable)

  1. A brownish-yellow pigment resulting from hemoglobin decomposition; it gives urine a deep ruddy color.

Alternative forms

  • haemofuscin
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