Why Is My Pee Green?

What substance gives normal urine its yellow color?

• Bilirubin

• Urochrome

• Hemoglobin

• Melanin

If your urine is a darker yellow color, what does that usually mean about your body?

• You have consumed too much sugar.

• You are well-hydrated.

• Your body is conserving water.

• You have a kidney infection.

Which of the following can cause urine to appear red?

• Eating carrots

• Drinking too much water

• Eating beets

• Taking propofol

What can cause urine to turn green?

• A genetic defect

• Eating fava beans

• Certain medications like propofol or methylene blue

• A buildup of homogentisic acid