Lumirubin
Lumirubin
Lumirubin (pronounced loo-mi-roo-bin) is a derivative of bilirubin, a yellow compound that occurs in the normal catabolic pathway that breaks down heme in vertebrates.
Etymology
The term "Lumirubin" is derived from the Latin word 'lumen' meaning light and 'rubin' from the Latin 'ruber' meaning red. This is due to the fact that lumirubin is produced as a result of the exposure of bilirubin to light.
Function
Lumirubin is produced in the body when bilirubin is exposed to certain wavelengths of light, a process known as phototherapy. This process is often used in the treatment of neonatal jaundice, a condition common in newborns where there is a high level of bilirubin in the blood. The conversion of bilirubin to lumirubin makes it easier for the body to excrete, thus reducing the levels of bilirubin in the blood.
Related Terms
- Bilirubin: A yellow compound that occurs in the normal catabolic pathway that breaks down heme in vertebrates.
- Phototherapy: The use of light in the treatment of physical or mental illness.
- Neonatal jaundice: A common condition in newborn babies, caused by high levels of bilirubin in the blood.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Lumirubin
- Wikipedia's article - Lumirubin
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