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The color of excreta, particularly urine, is primarily due to a pigment called urochrome, which is a byproduct of the breakdown of hemoglobin from old red blood cells. When the body metabolizes hemoglobin, it produces bilirubin, which is further processed in the liver and converted into urochrome. The concentration of urochrome can vary based on hydration levels; more concentrated urine appears darker yellow, while well-hydrated individuals may have lighter yellow or clear urine. Thus, the yellow color is a natural indicator of metabolic processes and hydration status.

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