Melanin

group of natural pigments found in most organisms From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Melanin

Melanin is a special pigment of the epidermis. It helps protect the body from the sun's radiation. This pigment contributes to the color of the skin and is produced deep within the layers of the epidermis. It is created from amino acid tyrosine It help our skin to protect from the sun.

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Eumelanin structure

References

  • Dennis Edgerly (ed.). EMT prehospital care 4th edition".


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