What is the final product of the breakdown of the organic nonprotein moiety of hemoglobin?
A) Biliverdin
B) Bilirubin
C) Globin
D) Heme
E) Iron

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The breakdown of the organic nonprotein moiety of hemoglobin results in the formation of biliverdin, which is quickly converted to bilirubin. Bilirubin is then transported to the liver where it is conjugated with glucuronic acid and excreted in feces as a component of bile.

What Is the Final Product of the Breakdown of the Organic