urobilinogen
/ˌjʊrəˈbaɪlɪnədʒən/
noun
- A colorless compound formed in the intestines from bilirubin, which is converted into urobilin and gives urine its color.
- Urobilinogen is normally present in small amounts in urine.
- The lab test measures urobilinogen to help diagnose jaundice.
- A high level of urobilinogen in urine can indicate liver problems.