Description

Hemoglobin Handsworth is a specific, high-purity form of hemoglobin, a vital oxygen-transporting protein found in red blood cells. This product is essential for research and development in life sciences, where precise biochemical reagents are required. It is primarily used by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of biochemistry, hematology, and diagnostic kit development.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in studies of oxygen transport, protein structure, and enzyme kinetics.
• Diagnostic Manufacturing: A key component in the calibration and quality control of clinical analyzers and diagnostic test kits for blood parameters.
• Hematology Studies: Employed in laboratory investigations of hemoglobinopathies, anemia, and other blood-related disorders.
• Cell Culture & Biotechnology: Can be utilized in specialized cell culture media or as a model protein in bioprocess development.
• Educational Purposes: Serves as a teaching tool in university and college laboratories for protein chemistry and physiology experiments.
• Reference Standard: Acts as a high-purity reference material for analytical method validation in pharmaceutical and clinical settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hemoglobin Handsworth
CAS No.	62765-87-1
Molecular Formula	C2952H4664N812O832S8Fe4 (Approximate for human hemoglobin tetramer)
Molecular Weight	~64,500 Da (for α2β2 tetramer)
Synonyms	Hemoglobin (human); Oxyhemoglobin; Methemoglobin; Hb; HbA; Hb Handsworth; Hemoglobin variant Handsworth; Blood hemoglobin; Erythrocruorin; Iron protoporphyrin IX-globin complex; α2β2 tetramer
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Hemoglobin Handsworth is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for critical research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and functional characteristics. We adhere to relevant guidelines for research-grade biochemicals to support your scientific integrity.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C for long-term stability. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to prevent moisture uptake and degradation. For extended storage, consider aliquoting and freezing at -20°C or below under inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark red to brown lyophilized powder or solution
Identification (IR/UV-Vis)	Conforms to standard for Hemoglobin
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Hemoglobin tetramer)
Assay (Spectrophotometric)	≥ 98% of stated protein content
Methemoglobin Content	< 5%
Solubility	Soluble in water or buffer, clear solution
Endotoxin	< 1.0 EU/mg (for research-grade)
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.