NCIt definition : Heme oxygenase 1 (288 aa, 33 kDa) is encoded by the human HMOX1 gene. This protein
is involved in heme metabolism.;
NCIt note : Heme oxygenase 1 cleaves the alpha methene bridge of the heme ring to form biliverdin
(converted to bilirubin by biliverdin reductase) and carbon monoxide. (UniProt);