| Literature DB >> 2122890 |
O Brix1, S G Condò, A Bardgard, B Tavazzi, B Giardina.
Abstract
The functional properties of haemoglobin from the Lesser Rorqual whale (Balaenoptera acutorostrata) have been characterized as a function of the heterotropic effector concentrations and temperature. The results obtained suggest the existence of sophisticated modulation mechanisms based on the interplay of organic phosphates, carbon dioxide, lactate and temperature. These, together with the very small apparent heat of oxygenation (delta H) of oxygen binding, have been physiologically interpreted on the basis of the specific metabolic needs of this diving mammal.Entities:
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Year: 1990 PMID: 2122890 PMCID: PMC1149584 DOI: 10.1042/bj2710509
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Biochem J ISSN: 0264-6021 Impact factor: 3.857