Hematin

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Also known as:  Ferriheme;  Hematosin;  Hydroxyhemin;  Oxyheme;  Oxyhemochromogen;  Phenodin

 

Description

Hematin is a form of Hemoglobin in which the Iron is in the form of Ferric Iron (Fe3+;  Fe(III).

 

Hematin Enhances the Function of these Substances

Proteins

 Hemosiderin is formed from the phagocytic digestion of Hematin.

 Hematin is the prosthetic group of Methemoglobin.

 

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