"Scientists Uncover Enzyme Responsible for Yellow Urine in Breakthrough Study"

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"Scientists Uncover Enzyme Responsible for Yellow Urine in Breakthrough Study"
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After 150 years of mystery, researchers from the University of Maryland and the National Institute of Health have identified bilirubin as the enzyme responsible for giving urine its yellow color. This discovery sheds light on a long-standing biological phenomenon and opens the door for further investigation into how gut microbes impact bilirubin levels and related health conditions. The findings were published in the journal Nature Microbiology, marking a significant breakthrough in understanding the human body.

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