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Why is it called Hb?
Why is it called Hb?
Luigia
Tue Nov 26 2024
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I'm curious about the origin of the name 'Hb'. I want to know why it's called that way and what's the story or reason behind this naming.
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SkyWalkerEcho
Thu Nov 28 2024
Hemoglobin, also known as haemoglobin, is a term that originates from the combination of two distinct words.
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Alessandra
Thu Nov 28 2024
The first part of the name, heme (or haem), signifies an essential component embedded within the hemoglobin molecule.
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CryptoBaroness
Wed Nov 27 2024
Heme is crucial as it serves as the iron-containing pigment that facilitates the binding and transport of oxygen in the blood.
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DigitalWarrior
Wed Nov 27 2024
The second part of the name, globin, denotes the structural aspect of hemoglobin.
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CryptoEnthusiast
Wed Nov 27 2024
Globin refers to the proteinaceous portion of hemoglobin, which forms a globular shape, hence the term globin.
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