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Which type of hemoglobin is the most prevalent form found in adults?
Which type of hemoglobin is the most prevalent form found in adults?
- Hemoglobin F
- Hemoglobin A2
- Hemoglobin A (correct)
- Hemoglobin S
What percentage of oxygen in the blood is carried by hemoglobin?
What percentage of oxygen in the blood is carried by hemoglobin?
- 100%
- 2%
- 50%
- 98% (correct)
What component of hemoglobin binds oxygen?
What component of hemoglobin binds oxygen?
- Alpha chains
- Globin chains
- Porphyrin ring
- Heme (correct)
Which hemoglobin type is found predominantly in fetuses?
Which hemoglobin type is found predominantly in fetuses?
How are the chains in hemoglobin structured?
How are the chains in hemoglobin structured?
According to Henry's law, what determines the amount of dissolved oxygen in plasma?
According to Henry's law, what determines the amount of dissolved oxygen in plasma?
What is the role of the porphyrin ring in hemoglobin?
What is the role of the porphyrin ring in hemoglobin?
Which hemoglobin type is less common and makes up about 2 to 3% of adult hemoglobin?
Which hemoglobin type is less common and makes up about 2 to 3% of adult hemoglobin?
What phenomenon increases the affinity of hemoglobin for subsequent oxygen molecules after one binds?
What phenomenon increases the affinity of hemoglobin for subsequent oxygen molecules after one binds?
Which form of hemoglobin is favored in tissues to facilitate oxygen release?
Which form of hemoglobin is favored in tissues to facilitate oxygen release?
What does the S-shaped oxygen hemoglobin dissociation curve primarily illustrate?
What does the S-shaped oxygen hemoglobin dissociation curve primarily illustrate?
At a partial pressure of oxygen of 100 mmHg, how saturated is hemoglobin in the lungs?
At a partial pressure of oxygen of 100 mmHg, how saturated is hemoglobin in the lungs?
What is the primary reason the binding affinity of the fourth oxygen molecule to hemoglobin is significantly higher than that of the first?
What is the primary reason the binding affinity of the fourth oxygen molecule to hemoglobin is significantly higher than that of the first?
What is the expected state of hemoglobin after it has released some oxygen in the body's tissues?
What is the expected state of hemoglobin after it has released some oxygen in the body's tissues?
What does the term 'allosteric' refer to in the context of hemoglobin's functionality?
What does the term 'allosteric' refer to in the context of hemoglobin's functionality?
What happens to the oxygen hemoglobin dissociation curve when environmental conditions favor the taut form?
What happens to the oxygen hemoglobin dissociation curve when environmental conditions favor the taut form?
The concept of the 'oxygen saturation' of hemoglobin is best described as:
The concept of the 'oxygen saturation' of hemoglobin is best described as:
What condition in the bloodstream is associated with a normal partial pressure of oxygen of about 40 mmHg?
What condition in the bloodstream is associated with a normal partial pressure of oxygen of about 40 mmHg?
How many oxygen molecules can one hemoglobin molecule bind in total?
How many oxygen molecules can one hemoglobin molecule bind in total?
Which of the following is an example of a negative allosteric effect?
Which of the following is an example of a negative allosteric effect?
What requires a shift in the oxygen hemoglobin dissociation curve to occur?
What requires a shift in the oxygen hemoglobin dissociation curve to occur?
What is the primary role of 2,3-BPG in red blood cells?
What is the primary role of 2,3-BPG in red blood cells?
What physiological state leads to an increase in 2,3-BPG levels in red blood cells?
What physiological state leads to an increase in 2,3-BPG levels in red blood cells?
How does the presence of 2,3-BPG affect the oxygen hemoglobin dissociation curve?
How does the presence of 2,3-BPG affect the oxygen hemoglobin dissociation curve?
Which patient condition is likely to lead to increased levels of 2,3-BPG?
Which patient condition is likely to lead to increased levels of 2,3-BPG?
Fetal hemoglobin differs from adult hemoglobin primarily due to its:
Fetal hemoglobin differs from adult hemoglobin primarily due to its:
What is the consequence of fetal hemoglobin's lower binding capacity for 2,3-BPG?
What is the consequence of fetal hemoglobin's lower binding capacity for 2,3-BPG?
What shift in the oxygen hemoglobin dissociation curve is caused by increasing CO2 levels?
What shift in the oxygen hemoglobin dissociation curve is caused by increasing CO2 levels?
Which of the following statements about myoglobin is correct?
Which of the following statements about myoglobin is correct?
What is the typical oxygen partial pressure in the alveoli at sea level?
What is the typical oxygen partial pressure in the alveoli at sea level?
What is the effect of increased temperature on the oxygen hemoglobin dissociation curve?
What is the effect of increased temperature on the oxygen hemoglobin dissociation curve?
Which of the following best describes the reason for fetal hemoglobin's greater oxygen affinity?
Which of the following best describes the reason for fetal hemoglobin's greater oxygen affinity?
Which of the following aids in delivering more oxygen in a high-altitude setting?
Which of the following aids in delivering more oxygen in a high-altitude setting?
Under which condition would myoglobin most likely be ineffective?
Under which condition would myoglobin most likely be ineffective?
What is the primary factor contributing to the right shift of the oxygen hemoglobin dissociation curve?
What is the primary factor contributing to the right shift of the oxygen hemoglobin dissociation curve?
What is the primary effect of a rightward shift in the hemoglobin dissociation curve?
What is the primary effect of a rightward shift in the hemoglobin dissociation curve?
Which of the following conditions is NOT associated with a rightward shift of the hemoglobin dissociation curve?
Which of the following conditions is NOT associated with a rightward shift of the hemoglobin dissociation curve?
When comparing normal conditions to conditions with a rightward shift, what happens to hemoglobin saturation at a partial pressure of oxygen of 40 mmHg?
When comparing normal conditions to conditions with a rightward shift, what happens to hemoglobin saturation at a partial pressure of oxygen of 40 mmHg?
What is the P50 in the context of the hemoglobin dissociation curve?
What is the P50 in the context of the hemoglobin dissociation curve?
Which molecule primarily promotes oxygen release from hemoglobin in red blood cells?
Which molecule primarily promotes oxygen release from hemoglobin in red blood cells?
How does a rightward shift in the hemoglobin oxygen dissociation curve affect the delivery of oxygen to tissues?
How does a rightward shift in the hemoglobin oxygen dissociation curve affect the delivery of oxygen to tissues?
What typically occurs to the pH level in red blood cells when carbon dioxide levels rise?
What typically occurs to the pH level in red blood cells when carbon dioxide levels rise?
What is a mnemonic to remember the implications of a rightward shift in the oxygen dissociation curve?
What is a mnemonic to remember the implications of a rightward shift in the oxygen dissociation curve?
When the hemoglobin oxygen dissociation curve shifts left, what is the effect on oxygen release?
When the hemoglobin oxygen dissociation curve shifts left, what is the effect on oxygen release?
What physiological changes cause the hemoglobin saturation to shift to the right?
What physiological changes cause the hemoglobin saturation to shift to the right?
What role does temperature play in the right shift of the hemoglobin dissociation curve?
What role does temperature play in the right shift of the hemoglobin dissociation curve?
What is the effect of 2,3-BPG on the affinity of hemoglobin for oxygen?
What is the effect of 2,3-BPG on the affinity of hemoglobin for oxygen?
What physiological state is indicated by a leftward shift in the hemoglobin dissociation curve?
What physiological state is indicated by a leftward shift in the hemoglobin dissociation curve?
What is the primary problem with hemoglobin when carbon monoxide binds to it?
What is the primary problem with hemoglobin when carbon monoxide binds to it?
What effect does carbon monoxide have on the hemoglobin oxygen dissociation curve?
What effect does carbon monoxide have on the hemoglobin oxygen dissociation curve?
What is the typical presentation for a patient with carbon monoxide poisoning?
What is the typical presentation for a patient with carbon monoxide poisoning?
What is the primary treatment for carbon monoxide poisoning?
What is the primary treatment for carbon monoxide poisoning?
Which condition involves an excess of Fe3+ in hemoglobin?
Which condition involves an excess of Fe3+ in hemoglobin?
Which of the following drugs is commonly associated with causing methemoglobinemia?
Which of the following drugs is commonly associated with causing methemoglobinemia?
What is a distinguishing feature of blood in a patient with methemoglobinemia?
What is a distinguishing feature of blood in a patient with methemoglobinemia?
Why might pulse oximetry readings be misleading in cases of methemoglobinemia?
Why might pulse oximetry readings be misleading in cases of methemoglobinemia?
In methemoglobinemia, what is the effect of administering oxygen to the patient?
In methemoglobinemia, what is the effect of administering oxygen to the patient?
What blood gas result is typically normal in cases of methemoglobinemia?
What blood gas result is typically normal in cases of methemoglobinemia?
What is the function of methylene blue in the treatment of methemoglobinemia?
What is the function of methylene blue in the treatment of methemoglobinemia?
What is the normal carboxyhemoglobin level in a non-smoker?
What is the normal carboxyhemoglobin level in a non-smoker?
Which physiological state does a leftward shift in the hemoglobin oxygen dissociation curve indicate?
Which physiological state does a leftward shift in the hemoglobin oxygen dissociation curve indicate?
Which of the following conditions can lead to functional anemia despite normal hemoglobin levels?
Which of the following conditions can lead to functional anemia despite normal hemoglobin levels?
The X-axis of the plot represents the partial pressure of ______ in the bloodstream.
The X-axis of the plot represents the partial pressure of ______ in the bloodstream.
An S-shaped curve in the oxygen hemoglobin dissociation plot indicates a special type of ______ in hemoglobin binding.
An S-shaped curve in the oxygen hemoglobin dissociation plot indicates a special type of ______ in hemoglobin binding.
Hemoglobin can bind a maximum of ______ molecules of oxygen.
Hemoglobin can bind a maximum of ______ molecules of oxygen.
The phenomenon where the binding of one molecule of oxygen increases the likelihood of others binding is called ______ cooperativity.
The phenomenon where the binding of one molecule of oxygen increases the likelihood of others binding is called ______ cooperativity.
In the lungs, the partial pressure of oxygen is about ______.
In the lungs, the partial pressure of oxygen is about ______.
At a lower PO2 of about 40, hemoglobin is approximately ______% saturated with oxygen in the tissues.
At a lower PO2 of about 40, hemoglobin is approximately ______% saturated with oxygen in the tissues.
Hemoglobin exists in two forms: the taut form and the ______ form.
Hemoglobin exists in two forms: the taut form and the ______ form.
The changes in environmental conditions can shift the oxygen hemoglobin dissociation curve to the ______ or left.
The changes in environmental conditions can shift the oxygen hemoglobin dissociation curve to the ______ or left.
When the affinity for oxygen increases due to cooperative binding, the curve becomes ______-shaped.
When the affinity for oxygen increases due to cooperative binding, the curve becomes ______-shaped.
Hemoglobin is considered an ______ protein because its binding properties change with environmental factors.
Hemoglobin is considered an ______ protein because its binding properties change with environmental factors.
A ______ shift in the hemoglobin dissociation curve indicates a decrease in affinity for oxygen.
A ______ shift in the hemoglobin dissociation curve indicates a decrease in affinity for oxygen.
The ______ effect describes how hemoglobin's binding at one site influences other binding sites.
The ______ effect describes how hemoglobin's binding at one site influences other binding sites.
In conditions where the taut form is favored, hemoglobin is more likely to ______ oxygen.
In conditions where the taut form is favored, hemoglobin is more likely to ______ oxygen.
Increased ______ levels can lead to a rightward shift of the oxygen hemoglobin dissociation curve.
Increased ______ levels can lead to a rightward shift of the oxygen hemoglobin dissociation curve.
Hemoglobin carries about ______% of the oxygen in our plasma.
Hemoglobin carries about ______% of the oxygen in our plasma.
The heme group in hemoglobin contains an ______ at its center that binds oxygen.
The heme group in hemoglobin contains an ______ at its center that binds oxygen.
Hemoglobin A is made up of two alpha chains and two ______ chains.
Hemoglobin A is made up of two alpha chains and two ______ chains.
The fetal type of hemoglobin is known as ______.
The fetal type of hemoglobin is known as ______.
According to Henry's law, the amount of dissolved oxygen is proportional to the partial pressure of ______.
According to Henry's law, the amount of dissolved oxygen is proportional to the partial pressure of ______.
Hemoglobin A2 is a less common adult type of hemoglobin that constitutes about ______% of adult hemoglobin.
Hemoglobin A2 is a less common adult type of hemoglobin that constitutes about ______% of adult hemoglobin.
The porphyrin ring surrounding the iron in heme structure is crucial for binding ______.
The porphyrin ring surrounding the iron in heme structure is crucial for binding ______.
All hemoglobin molecules are made up of four chains in two ______.
All hemoglobin molecules are made up of four chains in two ______.
Under normal circumstances, the partial pressure of oxygen in the lungs is about a hundred, causing hemoglobin to be a hundred percent ______.
Under normal circumstances, the partial pressure of oxygen in the lungs is about a hundred, causing hemoglobin to be a hundred percent ______.
When hemoglobin reaches the tissues, the PaO2 is much lower at ______.
When hemoglobin reaches the tissues, the PaO2 is much lower at ______.
A right shift in the oxygen hemoglobin dissociation curve allows hemoglobin to fall from a hundred to ______ instead of a hundred to 75.
A right shift in the oxygen hemoglobin dissociation curve allows hemoglobin to fall from a hundred to ______ instead of a hundred to 75.
The right shift is noted to favor the ______ form of hemoglobin, promoting oxygen release.
The right shift is noted to favor the ______ form of hemoglobin, promoting oxygen release.
An increase in carbon dioxide levels is sensed by hemoglobin, leading to a ______ shift in the curve.
An increase in carbon dioxide levels is sensed by hemoglobin, leading to a ______ shift in the curve.
When the pH inside red cells falls, this can also cause hemoglobin to shift to the ______.
When the pH inside red cells falls, this can also cause hemoglobin to shift to the ______.
The P50 is the partial pressure at which hemoglobin is ______ saturated.
The P50 is the partial pressure at which hemoglobin is ______ saturated.
A rise in body ______ can also lead to a rightward shift in the hemoglobin dissociation curve.
A rise in body ______ can also lead to a rightward shift in the hemoglobin dissociation curve.
2,3-bisphosphoglycerate, or ______, promotes oxygen release from hemoglobin.
2,3-bisphosphoglycerate, or ______, promotes oxygen release from hemoglobin.
Increased metabolic activity leads to higher levels of ______ in red blood cells.
Increased metabolic activity leads to higher levels of ______ in red blood cells.
Left shifts occur when there's ______ metabolic activity, causing hemoglobin to hold onto oxygen.
Left shifts occur when there's ______ metabolic activity, causing hemoglobin to hold onto oxygen.
The ______ formed in glycolysis is converted to 2,3-BPG in red blood cells.
The ______ formed in glycolysis is converted to 2,3-BPG in red blood cells.
Rightward shifts of the hemoglobin dissociation curve favor ______ of oxygen in tissues.
Rightward shifts of the hemoglobin dissociation curve favor ______ of oxygen in tissues.
A mnemonic to remember right shifts starts with 'R' for ______ oxygen.
A mnemonic to remember right shifts starts with 'R' for ______ oxygen.
When the oxygen hemoglobin dissociation curve shifts left, it is less likely to ______ oxygen.
When the oxygen hemoglobin dissociation curve shifts left, it is less likely to ______ oxygen.
1,3-BPG is a glycolysis ______ and red cells have an enzyme called BPG-mutase.
1,3-BPG is a glycolysis ______ and red cells have an enzyme called BPG-mutase.
Red cells sacrifice a little bit of ______ to make 2,3-BPG.
Red cells sacrifice a little bit of ______ to make 2,3-BPG.
2,3-BPG causes hemoglobin to ______ of oxygen.
2,3-BPG causes hemoglobin to ______ of oxygen.
Patients with COPD can have high levels of ______.
Patients with COPD can have high levels of ______.
At high altitude, the PaO2 in the alveoli is much ______.
At high altitude, the PaO2 in the alveoli is much ______.
The presence of 2,3-BPG shifts the oxygen hemoglobin ______ curve to the right.
The presence of 2,3-BPG shifts the oxygen hemoglobin ______ curve to the right.
Fetal hemoglobin is composed of two alpha and two ______ chains.
Fetal hemoglobin is composed of two alpha and two ______ chains.
Fetal hemoglobin has a higher oxygen ______ than hemoglobin A.
Fetal hemoglobin has a higher oxygen ______ than hemoglobin A.
In fetal hemoglobin, 2,3-BPG binds less effectively to the ______ chains.
In fetal hemoglobin, 2,3-BPG binds less effectively to the ______ chains.
Myoglobin can only bind one molecule of ______.
Myoglobin can only bind one molecule of ______.
Higher levels of CO2 cause a ______ shift in the oxygen hemoglobin dissociation curve.
Higher levels of CO2 cause a ______ shift in the oxygen hemoglobin dissociation curve.
The oxygen saturation curve for myoglobin is ______ shaped compared to hemoglobin's S-shape.
The oxygen saturation curve for myoglobin is ______ shaped compared to hemoglobin's S-shape.
In adult hemoglobin, 2,3-BPG binds well to the ______ globin chains.
In adult hemoglobin, 2,3-BPG binds well to the ______ globin chains.
The oxygen partial pressure in a normal adult is about ______ mmHg.
The oxygen partial pressure in a normal adult is about ______ mmHg.
Carbon monoxide binds to iron in heme with ______ times the affinity of oxygen.
Carbon monoxide binds to iron in heme with ______ times the affinity of oxygen.
The structure formed when carbon monoxide binds to hemoglobin is called ______.
The structure formed when carbon monoxide binds to hemoglobin is called ______.
Patients exposed to carbon monoxide poisoning may exhibit ______ lips, a unique symptom.
Patients exposed to carbon monoxide poisoning may exhibit ______ lips, a unique symptom.
A normal carboxyhemoglobin level is less than ______ percent.
A normal carboxyhemoglobin level is less than ______ percent.
Methemoglobinemia occurs when there is an excess of hemoglobin in the ______ state.
Methemoglobinemia occurs when there is an excess of hemoglobin in the ______ state.
Local anesthetics, such as ______, are known to potentially cause methemoglobinemia.
Local anesthetics, such as ______, are known to potentially cause methemoglobinemia.
The treatment for methemoglobinemia involves using a reducing agent called ______.
The treatment for methemoglobinemia involves using a reducing agent called ______.
A classic finding in patients with methemoglobinemia is the presence of ______ brown blood.
A classic finding in patients with methemoglobinemia is the presence of ______ brown blood.
Pulse oximetry readings in methemoglobinemia can be misleading because they may show normal ______.
Pulse oximetry readings in methemoglobinemia can be misleading because they may show normal ______.
One of the conditions that can lead to methemoglobinemia is inhalation of ______ oxide.
One of the conditions that can lead to methemoglobinemia is inhalation of ______ oxide.
In cases of carbon monoxide poisoning, the ______ oximeter often appears normal.
In cases of carbon monoxide poisoning, the ______ oximeter often appears normal.
Carbon monoxide causes a leftward shift in the ______ curve of hemoglobin.
Carbon monoxide causes a leftward shift in the ______ curve of hemoglobin.
Patients with carbon monoxide poisoning often report symptoms such as headache, ______, nausea, or dizziness.
Patients with carbon monoxide poisoning often report symptoms such as headache, ______, nausea, or dizziness.
In normal conditions, hemoglobin releases oxygen more readily at lower ______ pressures.
In normal conditions, hemoglobin releases oxygen more readily at lower ______ pressures.
Flashcards
Hemoglobin's role in oxygen transport
Hemoglobin's role in oxygen transport
Hemoglobin carries about 98% of the oxygen in blood, enabling efficient delivery to body cells.
Oxygen dissolved in plasma
Oxygen dissolved in plasma
A small amount of oxygen dissolves directly into the blood's liquid component (plasma), dictated by Henry's law.
Hemoglobin structure
Hemoglobin structure
Hemoglobin consists of four globin chains (alpha, beta, gamma, delta) and four heme groups.
Hemoglobin A
Hemoglobin A
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Hemoglobin A2
Hemoglobin A2
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Hemoglobin F
Hemoglobin F
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Heme group
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Oxygen-hemoglobin dissociation curve
Oxygen-hemoglobin dissociation curve
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S-shaped Curve
S-shaped Curve
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Positive Cooperativity
Positive Cooperativity
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Allosteric protein
Allosteric protein
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Partial Pressure of Oxygen (PO2)
Partial Pressure of Oxygen (PO2)
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Taut Form
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Relaxed Form
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Rightward Shift
Rightward Shift
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Leftward Shift
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Lungs
Lungs
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Tissues
Tissues
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Oxygen Unloading
Oxygen Unloading
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Oxygen Loading
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What is a right shift?
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How does a right shift affect oxygen saturation?
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What is the effect of increased CO2 on the curve?
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How does pH affect the curve?
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What's the impact of temperature on the curve?
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What is P50?
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How does a right shift affect P50?
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What is a left shift?
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How does a left shift affect oxygen saturation?
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What causes a left shift?
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What is 2,3-BPG?
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How does 2,3-BPG affect oxygen affinity?
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Where does 2,3-BPG come from?
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2,3-BPG
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Chronic Hypoxia
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2,3-BPG's Role in Hypoxia
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High Altitude & Oxygen Saturation
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Right Shift of Oxygen Dissociation Curve
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Shifting the Curve
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Fetal Hemoglobin (HbF)
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HbF's Function
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Left Shift of Oxygen Dissociation Curve
Left Shift of Oxygen Dissociation Curve
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HbF's Affinity for 2,3-BPG
HbF's Affinity for 2,3-BPG
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Myoglobin
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Myoglobin's Oxygen Saturation Curve
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Myoglobin vs. Hemoglobin for Oxygen Delivery
Myoglobin vs. Hemoglobin for Oxygen Delivery
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Hemoglobin's Advantage over Myoglobin
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Oxygen Delivery for Metabolism
Oxygen Delivery for Metabolism
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Carbon monoxide poisoning
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Carboxyhemoglobin
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Functional anemia
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Allosteric modifier
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Leftward shift in oxygen-hemoglobin dissociation curve
Leftward shift in oxygen-hemoglobin dissociation curve
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Cherry red lips
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Pulse oximeter limitation
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Carboxyhemoglobin level
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Methemoglobinemia
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Causes of methemoglobinemia
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Methylene blue
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Chocolate brown blood
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Oxygen saturation unreliability in methemoglobinemia
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PaO2 in methemoglobinemia
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Methemoglobin level
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Shifting the Oxygen Dissociation Curve
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Henry's Law
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Hemoglobin's Role
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Globin Chains
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Types of Hemoglobin
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What conditions cause a rightward shift?
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What conditions cause a leftward shift?
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How does a right shift affect oxygen delivery?
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How does a left shift affect oxygen delivery?
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What is the role of 2,3-BPG?
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Why does the curve shift in certain conditions?
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What is the physiological significance of the curve's shifts?
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Right Shift
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Causes of Right Shift
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P50
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Left Shift
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Causes of Left Shift
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What is Carbon Monoxide Poisoning?
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What is Carboxyhemoglobin?
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What is Methemoglobinemia?
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What causes Methemoglobinemia?
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Why is Methemoglobinemia problematic?
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Treatment for Methemoglobinemia
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What are the symptoms of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning?
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Pulse Oximeter Limitation in CO poisoning
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How is Carbon Monoxide Poisoning diagnosed?
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What is the characteristic sign of Methemoglobinemia?
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What is the diagnostic test for Methemoglobinemia?
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2,3-BPG in Hypoxia
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Myoglobin vs. Hemoglobin
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Study Notes
Hemoglobin: Oxygen Transport and Regulation
- Oxygen is transported in blood; a small amount dissolves in plasma (determined by Henry's law: partial pressure of O2 x solubility = dissolved O2), but hemoglobin carries 98% of it, crucial for cellular energy.
Hemoglobin Structure and Types
- Hemoglobin is composed of globin chains (alpha, beta, gamma, delta) and heme.
- Globin chains are globular proteins; four chains in two pairs form every hemoglobin molecule.
- Heme is a non-peptide molecule with iron at the center, bound to porphyrin ring; iron binds oxygen.
- Three main types in humans:
- Hemoglobin A (adult): two alpha and two beta chains (most common).
- Hemoglobin A2 (adult): two alpha and two delta chains (less common).
- Hemoglobin F (fetal): two alpha and two gamma chains (predominant in fetal development).
Oxygen-Hemoglobin Dissociation Curve
- Plots oxygen partial pressure (PaO2) vs. hemoglobin saturation.
- S-shaped (sigmoidal) due to positive cooperativity: one oxygen binding enhances affinity for subsequent oxygen binding on the same hemoglobin molecule.
Positive Cooperativity and Allosteric Effect
- Binding of the first oxygen molecule increases hemoglobin's affinity for subsequent oxygen molecules.
- Hemoglobin is an allosteric protein: binding of a molecule at one site affects binding at other sites.
- This is a positive allosteric effect.
Hemoglobin Dissociation Curve Shifts
- Rightward shift (favoring oxygen release):
- Increased PCO2 (carbon dioxide): produced by metabolism.
- Decreased pH: indicative of higher PCO2.
- Increased temperature: also associated with higher metabolic rate.
- Increased 2,3-bisphosphoglycerate (2,3-BPG) levels: common in hypoxia.
- Right shift increases oxygen delivery to tissues.
- Leftward shift (favoring oxygen binding): opposite of right-shift conditions. Higher affinity, more oxygen binding.
Fetal Hemoglobin (HbF)
- HbF has a higher oxygen affinity than adult hemoglobin (HbA), a left-shifted curve,
- This higher affinity facilitates oxygen uptake from maternal blood. The left shift is due to less 2,3-BPG binding to gamma chains of HbF compared to beta chains of HbA.
Myoglobin
- Found in skeletal muscles and heart, single-chain protein, binds one oxygen molecule.
- Myoglobin saturation curve is hyperbolic. This facilitates efficient oxygen storage in muscles.
Pathological Conditions Affecting Hemoglobin
- Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: CO binds to heme with higher affinity. This causes functional anemia due to decreased oxygen carrying capacity and impaired oxygen unloading. Left-shifted curve, lower unloading, diagnosis by carboxyhemoglobin levels (> 15%). Treatment: Oxygen.
- Methemoglobinemia: iron in ferric (Fe3+) state, cannot bind oxygen. Results in chocolate-brown blood, hypoxia. Diagnosis by met-hemoglobin levels. Treatment: methylene blue(reduce iron to the ferrous (Fe2+) state).
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Test your knowledge about hemoglobin's role in oxygen transport, its structural components, and the oxygen-hemoglobin dissociation curve. This quiz covers essential concepts related to hemoglobin types and their significance in human physiology.
