This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: List the subunits of the hemoglobin molecule. ... (Read 66 times)

j.rubin

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 557
on: Aug 20, 2018
List the subunits of the hemoglobin molecule.

Question 2

A renal dietitian is reviewing the diet record of one of her hemodialysis patients. The dietitian notes the following: 1/2 cup black beans, dry, soaked, rinsed, boiled. The dietitian decides that she will use this record and the patient's pre-dialysis laboratory results to discuss some of the nutrient recommendations for hemodialysis. Which nutrients is she planning to focus on with the patient?
 a. Potassium and sodium
  b. Phosphorus and potassium
  c. Potassium and fiber
  d. Phosphorus, sodium, and water


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

ryansturges

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 338
Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

The subunits of hemoglobin are comprised of globin (a protein moiety) and heme, a porphyrin ring that carries the iron.

Answer to Question 2

b


j.rubin

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 557
Reply #2 on: Aug 20, 2018
Both answers were spot on, thank you once again


ryansturges

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 338
Reply #3 on: Aug 20, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Giardia is one of the most common intestinal parasites worldwide, and infects up to 20% of the world population, mostly in poorer countries with inadequate sanitation. Infections are most common in children, though chronic Giardia is more common in adults.

Did you know?

Throughout history, plants containing cardiac steroids have been used as heart drugs and as poisons (e.g., in arrows used in combat), emetics, and diuretics.

Did you know?

Drugs are in development that may cure asthma and hay fever once and for all. They target leukotrienes, which are known to cause tightening of the air passages in the lungs and increase mucus productions in nasal passages.

Did you know?

Normal urine is sterile. It contains fluids, salts, and waste products. It is free of bacteria, viruses, and fungi.

Did you know?

Limit intake of red meat and dairy products made with whole milk. Choose skim milk, low-fat or fat-free dairy products. Limit fried food. Use healthy oils when cooking.

The heme group is present in myoglobin, hemoglobin, and many other proteins The heme group is present in myoglobin, hemoglobin, and many other proteins
The nucleotide cyclic AMP (cAMP), a common messenger molecule. The nucleotide cyclic AMP (cAMP), a common messenger molecule.
Hill plots of oxygen binding for myoglobin and hemoglobin under physiological conditions Hill plots of oxygen binding for myoglobin and hemoglobin under physiological conditions
The essential features of the “Perutz mechanism” of the T-R transition in hemoglobin The essential features of the “Perutz mechanism” of the T-R transition in hemoglobin
The quaternary level of protein structure as seen in hemoglobin The quaternary level of protein structure as seen in hemoglobin
Structure of hemoglobin, the oxygen-transporting protein of red blood cells. It consists of four glo Structure of hemoglobin, the oxygen-transporting protein of red blood cells. It consists of four glo
Video: Acid-base imbalances - respiratory acidosis and alkalosis

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library