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Definition of Ochronosis
Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026
Ochronosis: 1. Deposition of dark pigment in connective tissues, usually due to alkaptonuria or exposure to chemicals such as phenolic compounds or hydroquinone.
2. Sometimes used as a synonym for alkaptonuria.