ISBN10: 1560729074, ISBN13: 9781560729075, [publisher: Nova Science Publishers] Hardcover First Edition Hardcover book, ex-university library. Binding is strong and all signatures are intact. Text block is free of markings and highlighting; no dog-ears or creased corners. 168 pp. with several charts and illustrations. Written for people outside of the medical profession who happen to be curious about how their bodies work, this book blends chemistry, medicine, history, politics, and public health issues in its description of hemoglobin. It discusses the role of proteins, the structure and function of hemoglobin, the making of a hemoglobin, anemia, the major genetic variants, diabetes, and public policy. A glossary is included. Item ships from the USA; international orders may require a postage adjustment -- contact me if you would like a quote before you purchase.
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ISBN10: 1560729074, ISBN13: 9781560729075, [publisher: Nova Science Pub Inc] Hardcover
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ISBN10: 1560729074, ISBN13: 9781560729075, [publisher: Nova Science Publishers Inc] Hardcover New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
[Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2001]

Nova Science Pub Inc 2001 UK ed. hardcover Good Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book.

Nova Science Publishers Inc 10/8/2001 12: 00: 00 AM UK ed. Hardcover PLEASE NOTE, WE DO NOT SHIP TO DENMARK. New Book. Shipped from UK in 4 to 14 days. Established seller since 2000. Please note we cannot offer an expedited shipping service from the UK.

Nova Science Publishers Inc 10/8/2001 12: 00: 00 AM UK ed. Hardcover PLEASE NOTE, WE DO NOT SHIP TO DENMARK. New Book. Shipped from UK in 4 to 14 days. Established seller since 2000. Please note we cannot offer an expedited shipping service from the UK.

hardcover. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. ISBN 1560729074 9781560729075 [US]

ISBN10: 1560729074, ISBN13: 9781560729075, [publisher: Nova Science Publishers Inc, New York] Hardcover First Edition Hardcover. Why is blood red? Because it contains Haemoglobin -- the most important molecule in the human body. In health -- the average person has 4 lbs. of haemoglobin and manufactures seven billion molecules of haemoglobin every second. It carries oxygen from the lungs to the cells and helps the body remove waste carbon dioxide. In sickness -- an estimated one billion people around the world have some disorder related to haemoglobin: sickle-cell anaemia, pernicious anaemias, iron-deficiency anaemia, porphyries, haemoglobin E disease, alpha-thalassemia, beta-thalassemia, and G6PD deficiency. One type of haemoglobin can be used to monitor diabetes. This basic introduction to haemoglobin includes information on the reselection of Richard Nixon, the madness of King George III, werewolves, lead poisoning, legends about Pythagoras, genetics and genetic screening, diabetes, respiration, the production of red cells, and translation of the DNA code. Haemoglobin is a fascinating molecule that touches our lives, our politics, our myths and our history. This new book presents current analyses of one of the most controversial issues of our times -- affirmative action.Proponents on both sides of the issue claim clear-cut evidence for the rightness of their arguments, yet evidence is hazy at best. This volume helps shed light on the underlying basis for ...

Nova Science Publishers 2001 UK ed. Hard cover New. Sewn binding. Cloth over boards. 168 p.