Which of the Following Statements About Hemoglobin Is NOT TRUE $\alpha$

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about hemoglobin is NOT TRUE:

• A) The most common form of hemoglobin in the adult is \(\alpha\)₂ \(\beta\)₂
• B) Hemoglobin has four chains and four heme groups
• C) Heme groups in hemoglobin consist of porphyrin ring and an Fe atom
• D) Breakdown of hemoglobin produces one bilirubin molecule per hemoglobin molecule
• E) Sickle cell anemia results from a single amino acid substitution in the \(\beta\) chain

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Definitions:

Gonadal Artery

An artery that supplies blood to the gonads, such as the testicular artery and ovarian artery.

Superior Mesenteric Artery

A major artery of the abdomen that supplies blood to a large portion of the small intestine and part of the large intestine.

Femoral Artery

A large artery in the thigh that supplies blood to the lower limb.

Popliteal Artery

The continuation of the femoral artery behind the knee, it supplies blood to the knee joint and surrounding muscles.