Description

Hemoglobin G Ferrara CAS NO 54577-93-4 is a specific variant of hemoglobin, an oxygen-transporting metalloprotein found in red blood cells. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical research and diagnostic development due to its role in studying hemoglobinopathies and oxygen-binding kinetics. It serves as a critical reference material and reagent for researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences sector. Key applications include use as a standard in clinical diagnostics, hematology research, and the development of biosensors.

Application

• Clinical Diagnostic Standards: Used as a calibrated reference material in assays for hemoglobin analysis and variant detection.
• Hematology Research: Serves as a model compound for studying oxygen affinity, protein stability, and structure-function relationships in hemoglobinopathies.
• Biochemical Reagent: Employed in enzymatic studies, as a source of heme, or in oxidation-reduction reaction experiments.
• Biosensor Development: Acts as a key component in the research and prototyping of optical or electrochemical sensors for oxygen and nitric oxide detection.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Potential use in the research and development of hemoglobin-based oxygen carriers (HBOCs) and other therapeutic agents.
• Quality Control Material: Provides a known standard for the validation and calibration of laboratory instrumentation, such as HPLC and spectrophotometers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hemoglobin G Ferrara
CAS No.	54577-93-4
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Hb G-Ferrara; Hemoglobin G Ferrara; Hemoglobin variant G Ferrara; Unstable hemoglobin G Ferrara; Hemoglobin G-Ferrara (α-2 92(FG4)Arg->Leu); α-92(FG4)Arg->Leu hemoglobin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Hemoglobin G Ferrara is produced and handled under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for research applications. Quality is verified through a suite of analytical techniques, which may include spectrophotometric purity assessment, electrophoresis, and chromatographic analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific lot results is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to maintain stability. For long-term storage, consider desiccation or storage under inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark red to brown solid or lyophilized powder
Identification (IR / HPLC)	Conforms to standard
Purity (Spectrophotometric)	≥ 90% (Methemoglobin basis)
Solubility	Soluble in buffer solutions (e.g., phosphate buffer saline)
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0 %
Biological Activity (O2 Binding)	Contact for details

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.