urochromes
/ˈjʊrəˌkroʊmz/
noun
- Yellow pigments in urine that give it its color.
- The yellow color of urine comes from urochromes produced when the body breaks down old red blood cells.
- Drinking more water dilutes urochromes, making urine appear lighter.
- Doctors sometimes check the level of urochromes to assess hydration and kidney function.