What is the role of porphyrins in mammalian cells?

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Topic
Porphyrins are heterocyclic precursor molecules in synthesis. Heme biosynthesis occurs in virtually every mammalian cell.
Answer
Porphyrins are heterocyclic precursor molecules essential for heme biosynthesis, a process occurring in virtually every mammalian cell.
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