Essential Biochemistry - Chemistry Of Hemoglobin (Section 1 - No. 29)

Which of the following statements is true regarding the binding of oxygen to hemoglobin?
Binding is independent of pH.
Binding is increased by low CO2 levels.
Binding is increased by low 2,3-BPG levels.
Binding is decreased by high oxygen concentration.

Explanation

Lower 2,3-BPG levels lead to a higher affinity.

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