Condition
Cytochrome b5 reductase
David Cohen, M.D.Published 5 February 20051 min read
Key points
- Cytochrome b5 reductase is an enzyme in the blood.
- This enzyme makes sure that red blood cells have adequate iron levels, and thus maximizes their oxygen-carrying capacity.
- An imbalance in this enzyme results in a condition known as methemoglobinemia.
Definition
Cytochrome b5 reductase is an enzyme in the blood. This enzyme makes sure that red blood cells have adequate iron levels, and thus maximizes their oxygen-carrying capacity. An imbalance in this enzyme results in a condition known as methemoglobinemia.
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David Cohen, M.D.
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