The metabolic wastes of the RBCs are released as bile pigments by the liver. The bile pigments are:

Archipheros

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Pronephros

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Urochrome

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All of the above

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The correct option is D All of the above
Liver produces bile pigments (bilirubin, biliverdin and urochrome) which are metabolic wastes of haemoglobin of dead R.B.C.Urochrome is eliminated through urine. Biliverdin and Bilirubin are excreted through bile along with cholesterol and derivatives of steroid hormones, extra drug vitamins and alkaline salts.

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Statement 1: Bile pigment is formed in the liver by the breakdown of haemoglobin in dead RBCs.

Statement 2: Vitamins are not excreted along with urine.

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