5 Questions
Which of the following best describes abnormal hemoglobins?
They may or may not produce a disease state
What is the structure that determines the normality or abnormality of the hemoglobin molecule?
Globin portion
How do changes in hemoglobin structure usually affect function?
They impair the function
Where can amino acid substitutions occur in the hemoglobin molecule?
Alpha, beta, and gamma chains
What is the impact of the location of the substitution within the globin chain?
It determines the severity of the disease
Test your knowledge on identifying abnormal hemoglobins and hemoglobinopathies with this quiz. Learn about different laboratory methods and tests used to identify abnormal hemoglobins, including sickle and fetal hemoglobin, and unstable hemoglobin.
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