Midterm 1a Flashcards
1
Q
What two Hb isoforms are constant
A
Alpha
2
Q
What is HbA1 isoform
A
2 alpha and 2 beta
3
Q
What is HBA2
A
2 alpha and 2 sigma
4
Q
Fetal age isoform content (%)
A
HbF = 70%
HbA1 = 10-30%
HbA2 =2%
5
Q
Adult age Hb isoform content %
A
HbF = 2%
HbA1 = 95%
HbA2 = 2-3%
6
Q
What changes isoforms
A
Age
Disease
Diet
Medication