👉 The term "protoporphyrin" refers to a type of pigmented pigment found in blood cells. Protoporphyrins are composed of two types, one that is responsible for forming hydrogen peroxide (H2O2), and another that acts as an antioxidant. The H2O2 molecule can be broken down by oxygen to form water and oxygen, which can then be released into the bloodstream. This process helps protect the body from oxidative stress caused by free radicals.
