Description

Hemoglobin Alamo is a highly purified, specialized form of hemoglobin derived from bovine sources, identified by CAS No. 67165-93-9. This product is critical for research and development applications requiring a consistent and reliable oxygen-carrying protein model. It is primarily utilized by the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and diagnostic industries for applications ranging from biochemical assays to the study of oxygen transport mechanisms.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in studies of oxygen-binding kinetics, protein structure, and heme biochemistry.
• Diagnostic Manufacturing: Serves as a key component in the formulation of control materials and calibrators for clinical blood gas and hematology analyzers.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Employed in preclinical research for blood substitute technologies and drug delivery systems.
• Cell Culture & Biotechnology: Utilized in specialized cell culture media and as an additive in certain fermentation processes.
• Enzyme & Catalyst Studies: Acts as a model protein in enzymology and for investigating peroxidase-like activities.
• Educational & Reference Material: Supplied to academic and institutional laboratories for teaching and standardized testing protocols.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hemoglobin Alamo
CAS No.	67165-93-9
Molecular Formula	C2952H4664N812O832S8Fe4
Molecular Weight	~64,500 Da (for α2β2 tetramer)
Synonyms	Bovine Hemoglobin; Methemoglobin; Hemoglobin (bovine); Oxyhemoglobin (bovine); Ferrihemoglobin; Hb; Blood Hemoglobin; Iron Protoporphyrin IX Globulin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Hemoglobin Alamo is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure identity, purity, and functional consistency. Key parameters include spectrophotometric purity, methemoglobin content, and endotoxin levels. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting these results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and manufacturing specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For long-term stability, consider storage at -20°C under desiccant. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark red to brown lyophilized powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Purity (A577/A630)	> 2.5
Assay (Hemoglobin Content)	> 95% (by weight)
Methemoglobin Content	< 5% (by spectroscopy)
Protein Content (Biuret)	> 96%
Endotoxin	< 1.0 EU/mg
Solubility	Soluble in water or buffer, clear solution

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