Hemoglobin Basics
Hemoglobin carries most oxygen in the blood.
Oxygen Binding
Oxygen binds to heme groups in hemoglobin.
Affinity Changes
Affinity changes with pH temperature and carbon dioxide levels.
Oxyhemoglobin Curve
The curve shows how readily hemoglobin releases oxygen.
Clinical Relevance
Shifts in the curve affect tissue oxygen delivery.
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