Essential Biochemistry - Chemistry Of Hemoglobin (Section 2 - No. 11)
What is the role of 2,3-Bisphosphoglycerate (2,3-BPG) in hemoglobin?
Increases the affinity of hemoglobin for oxygen.
Decreases the affinity of hemoglobin for oxygen.
Acts as an antioxidant.
Is a component of the heme group.
Explanation
2,3-BPG reduces the affinity of hemoglobin for oxygen.
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