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Breakdown product of haemoglobin is

1. Bilirubin
2. Iron
3. Biliverdin
4. Calcium

Correct answer: Bilirubin

Solution

When hemoglobin is broken down, the heme portion is metabolized through biliverdin into bilirubin. Bilirubin is the main end product of heme degradation, while iron is recycled rather than being the final breakdown pigment.

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