2 Questions
Where is glutamate normally present in normal hemoglobin?
On the surface of the beta chain
How does the substitution of glutamate with valine affect the stability of the hemoglobin molecule?
It decreases stability
Test your knowledge on sickle cell anemia and its genetic mutation with this quiz. Learn about the specific nucleotide change and its impact on the structure and function of hemoglobin.
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