Which of the Following Is Correct Concerning Fetal Hemoglobin

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is correct concerning fetal hemoglobin?

• A) Fetal hemoglobin is composed of two α and two γ subunits.
• B) Fetal hemoglobin binds 2,3-BPG more tightly than normal adult hemoglobin.
• C) Fetal hemoglobin binds oxygen less than HbA at all pO₂.
• D) Fetal hemoglobin does not exist in the T-form.
• E) None of the answers is correct.

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