Description

Hemoglobin Vicksburg is a high-purity, specialized form of hemoglobin, a vital oxygen-carrying protein. This compound is critical for research and development in life sciences, serving as a key biochemical reagent and reference standard. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical developers, diagnostic manufacturers, and advanced biochemical research laboratories requiring consistent, high-quality protein materials for their processes.

Application

• Biochemical Research & Development: Used as a standard and reagent in studies of oxygen transport, protein function, and heme biochemistry.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Employed in the formulation and testing of oxygen therapeutics, blood substitutes, and related biopharmaceutical products.
• Diagnostic Manufacturing: Serves as a critical component in the calibration and production of in-vitro diagnostic (IVD) kits and assays for hematological analysis.
• Cell Culture & Biotechnology: Utilized in specialized cell culture media and as an additive in bioprocessing applications requiring oxygen carriers.
• Academic Research: A fundamental tool for university and institutional research in physiology, biochemistry, and molecular biology.
• Quality Control Reference: Acts as a certified reference material (CRM) for quality assurance and method validation in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hemoglobin Vicksburg
CAS No.	76862-82-3
Molecular Formula	C2952H4664N812O832S8Fe4 (Hemoglobin tetramer, approximate)
Molecular Weight	~64,500 Da (for tetramer)
Synonyms	Hemoglobin (human, Vicksburg variant); Hb Vicksburg; Vicksburg Hemoglobin; Oxyhemoglobin Vicksburg; Methemoglobin Vicksburg; Deoxyhemoglobin Vicksburg; Human Hemoglobin variant; HBB Vicksburg (β75(E19)Leu→Pro)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Hemoglobin Vicksburg is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch is subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including purity assessment by HPLC, spectral analysis for heme integrity, and verification of the specific variant. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific biochemical parameters is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. For long-term stability, store at -20°C or below. This product is easily oxidized; for optimal preservation, consider storage under an inert atmosphere or as a lyophilized powder. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles of liquid preparations. Keep the container in a dry, well-ventilated area.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark red to brown powder or solution
Identification (IR / UV-Vis)	Conforms to standard for Hemoglobin Vicksburg
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Hemoglobin tetramer)
Variant Confirmation	Presence of β75(E19)Leu→Pro mutation confirmed
Methemoglobin Content	< 5%
Protein Content (Biuret)	≥ 90% of dry weight
Solubility	Soluble in aqueous buffers, clear solution
Endotoxin	< 1.0 EU/mg (for specific grades)

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