Description

Hemoglobin Maputo is a specialized, high-purity hemoglobin derivative identified by CAS No. 88415-15-0. This product is critical for research and development applications requiring a well-characterized biological macromolecule. It serves as an essential reagent for scientists and manufacturers in the biotechnology, diagnostic, and pharmaceutical sectors.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or model protein in studies of oxygen transport, protein structure, and ligand binding.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Serves as a key component in the formulation of control solutions and calibrators for clinical hematology analyzers.
• Enzyme & Cell Culture Supplements: Acts as a nutrient or oxygen carrier in specialized cell culture media and enzymatic reaction systems.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Investigated for use in blood substitutes, oxygen therapeutics, and drug delivery platforms.
• Veterinary Applications: Employed in the development of diagnostic tests and nutritional supplements for animal health.
• Educational & Reference Material: Supplied to academic and industrial laboratories for teaching and quality control purposes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hemoglobin Maputo
CAS No.	88415-15-0
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	~64,500 Da (for tetramer)
Synonyms	Hemoglobin (human); Oxyhemoglobin; Methemoglobin; Hb; HGB; Hemoglobin A; Hemoglobin variant Maputo; Blood Hemoglobin; Iron Protoporphyrin IX Globulin; Erythrocruorin (historical)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Hemoglobin Maputo is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as purity (by HPLC), methemoglobin content, and spectral characteristics is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications.

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 or solution
Identification (IR/UV-Vis)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Hemoglobin)
Methemoglobin Content	< 5%
Protein Content (Biuret)	≥ 95% of total
pH (in solution)	6.5 - 7.5
Endotoxin	< 1.0 EU/mg (for applicable grades)
Residual Moisture (KF)	< 5% (for lyophilized form)

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