heme

(hēm)

noun

the nonprotein, iron-containing pigment, CHNOFe, that is a component part of hemoglobin, myoglobin, etc.

Origin: contr. < hematin

See heme in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun
The deep red, nonprotein, ferrous component of hemoglobin, C34H32FeN4O4.

Origin:

Origin: Short for hematin

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