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The spleen is responsible for breaking down red blood cells. The hemoglobin is then recycled by the liver.

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How is hem used in the human body?

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How does the body recycle hemoglobin?

actually it's not recycled but the haemoglobin will die after 120 days. haemoglobin are produced from bone marrow


What is the source of The waste product bilirubin?

Bilirubin comes from recycled hemoglobin


What part of the hemoglobin molecule is recycled to form bile?

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How long does haemoglobin live?

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Hemoglobin is produced in bone marrow by erythrocytes and is circulated with them until their destruction. It is then broken down in the spleen, and some of its components, such as iron, are recycled to the bone marrow. Other components, such as the heme groups, are broken down into bilirubin, transported to the liver, and secreted with the bile into the intestine for eventual elimination from the body.


What breaks down hemoglobin in the body?

Hemoglobin in the body is broken down by an enzyme called heme oxygenase.


What does hemoglobin do in your body?

Hemoglobin is part of your red blood cells. It is a protein that carries oxygen throughout the body.


Which body system carries hemoglobin?

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What is the fucntion of circulatory system?

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