Description

Hemoglobin Takamatsu is a stable, naturally occurring variant of hemoglobin, a critical oxygen-transporting protein found in red blood cells. This specific variant is of significant interest in biochemical and clinical research for its unique structural and functional properties. It serves as a valuable reference material and reagent for researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences, particularly for studies in hematology, protein chemistry, and the development of diagnostic assays.

Application

• Biochemical Research Standard: Used as a high-purity reference standard in spectroscopic studies, oxygen-binding kinetics, and protein stability research.
• Clinical Diagnostics Development: Employed in the research, calibration, and quality control of diagnostic kits and instruments for hemoglobin analysis and blood disorder screening.
• Hematology Studies: Serves as a model compound for investigating hemoglobinopathies, protein aggregation, and the effects of genetic mutations on protein function.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Utilized in early-stage drug discovery programs targeting blood-related disorders and as a protein stabilizer in certain biopharmaceutical formulations.
• Educational & Laboratory Reagent: Provides a reliable protein source for university laboratories and commercial testing facilities for teaching and routine analytical procedures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hemoglobin Takamatsu
CAS No.	74913-35-2
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	~64,500 Da (for tetramer)
Synonyms	Hb Takamatsu; Hemoglobin variant Takamatsu; α-2 globin chain variant; Unstable hemoglobin Takamatsu; HBA2 Takamatsu; Hemoglobin α2 Takamatsu; Deoxyhemoglobin Takamatsu (when applicable); Oxyhemoglobin Takamatsu (when applicable)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Hemoglobin Takamatsu is produced and handled under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including purity assay by HPLC, spectral purity verification, and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results and specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. For long-term stability, store at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept sealed in a dry environment to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark red to brown lyophilized powder or solution
Identification (IR / UV-Vis)	Conforms to standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Main peak)
Protein Content (Biuret)	≥ 90%
Methemoglobin Content	≤ 5%
Solubility	Clear solution in buffer (specified)
pH (in solution)	6.5 - 7.5
Endotoxin	< 1.0 EU/mg (if applicable)

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