Lipochrome

Lipochrome (from Greek λίπος ("fat") and χρῶμα ("color")) is a naturally occurring fat-soluble pigment.

Lipofuscin, a product of fat breakdown in lysosomes is a type of lipochrome that is associated with the decomposition of cell membranes.

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