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What is the function of heme in hemoglobin?
What is the function of heme in hemoglobin?
Which chromosome codes for the alpha chains of hemoglobin?
Which chromosome codes for the alpha chains of hemoglobin?
What is the primary component of the globin part of hemoglobin?
What is the primary component of the globin part of hemoglobin?
Which of the following is a treatment for Porphyrias?
Which of the following is a treatment for Porphyrias?
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What is the genetic inheritance pattern of most Porphyrias?
What is the genetic inheritance pattern of most Porphyrias?
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Study Notes
Hemoglobin Function and Structure
- Heme is responsible for binding oxygen in hemoglobin, allowing it to transport oxygen from lungs to body tissues.
- Alpha chains of hemoglobin are coded by genes located on chromosome 16.
Globin Part of Hemoglobin
- The primary component of the globin part of hemoglobin is globin proteins, which surround the heme group.
Porphyrias
- One treatment for Porphyrias is avoiding exposure to triggers such as sunlight, certain drugs, and hormonal changes.
- Most Porphyrias follow an autosomal dominant inheritance pattern, meaning a single copy of the mutated gene is enough to cause the condition.
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Test your knowledge of the structure and function of hemoglobin with this quiz. Explore the role of chromosome 16 in coding for alpha chains and chromosome 11 for beta chains, as well as the transport of oxygen and carbon dioxide in red blood cells. Delve into the components of hemoglobin, including the globin and heme, and their functions in electron transport and oxygen binding.
