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Hemoglobin is a red, iron-containing protein in red blood cells that binds to oxygen in the lungs and delivers it to tissues throughout the body, making it essential for aerobic respiration. This molecule also plays a key role in transporting carbon dioxide away from cells and can vary in form due to genetic factors, influencing how we adapt to different altitudes or diagnose health issues like anemia.
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