MICROANATOMY

BLOOD CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM LYMPHOID ORGANS

BLOOD

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The function of hemoglobin is to:
A
produce red blood cells
B
protect the DNA of erythrocytes
C
produce antibodies
D
carry oxygen
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Hemoglobin (Heme + Globin) The protein hemoglobin is a molecule which is responsible for carrying almost all of the oxygen in the blood. It is composed of four subunits, each with a heme group plus a globin chain. The heme group is composed of a porphyrin ring which contains an iron (Fe) atom in its center.

Detailed explanation-2: -Hemoglobin that has oxygen attached is called c. oxyhemoglobin. Hemoglobin is responsible for carrying around 98.5% of the oxygen in the bloodstream.

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