Human Anatomy (8th Edition) - Standalone book
Human Anatomy (8th Edition) - Standalone book
8th Edition
ISBN: 9780321883322
Author: Frederic H. Martini, Robert B. Tallitsch
Publisher: PEARSON
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Hemoglobin is a metalloprotein (iron+globulin protein) that is present abundantly in the red blood cells. It imparts red color in the blood. The hemoglobin molecules constitute for more than 95% of RBC (red blood cells) proteins. It is also responsible for cell’s ability of transporting oxygen and carbon dioxide.

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