Feline hemoglobin antibody and antigen (recombinant protein)

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Diagnostic anti-Feline hemoglobin antibodies pairs and antigen for animal health (animal Cat/Feline Anemia) testing in ELISA, colloidal gold-based Lateral flow immunoassay (LFIA), CLIA, TINIA and POCT

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Hemoglobin is a crucial protein found in the red blood cells of all mammals, including cats. In felines, as in other species, hemoglobin's primary function is to transport oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues and to facilitate the return of carbon dioxide from the tissues back to the lungs for exhalation.

Here are some key points about feline hemoglobin:

Oxygen Transport: Each hemoglobin molecule can bind up to four oxygen molecules, allowing for efficient oxygen transport. In cats, hemoglobin binds oxygen in the lungs and releases it in the tissues where the oxygen concentration is lower.

Carbon Dioxide Transport: Hemoglobin also plays a role in transporting approximately 20% of the carbon dioxide produced by metabolism in tissues back to the lungs, where it is expelled from the body.

Hemoglobin Structure: Feline hemoglobin, like that of other mammals, is composed of four protein subunits, each containing an iron-containing heme group. The iron within these heme groups is what binds oxygen, and the globin part of the molecule assists in the regulation of oxygen binding and release.

Hemoglobin Levels: The normal range of hemoglobin in cats can vary, but it typically falls between 9.5 to 16.1 g/dL. It's important for veterinarians to know the normal hemoglobin levels for cats when interpreting blood tests since deviations can indicate various health issues.

Health Implications: Low hemoglobin levels (anemia) in cats can result from various conditions, including blood loss, hemolysis (destruction of red blood cells), or insufficient red blood cell production. Symptoms of anemia in cats may include lethargy, weakness, pale mucous membranes, and rapid breathing. High hemoglobin levels may be seen in conditions leading to polycythemia, which is an increased concentration of red blood cells in the blood.

Diagnostic Use: Measuring hemoglobin concentration is a standard part of a complete blood count (CBC) and is critical in diagnosing and monitoring diseases. Veterinarians use hemoglobin levels, along with other red blood cell parameters, to assess a cat's oxygen-carrying capacity and overall health status.

Hemoglobinopathies: While relatively rare, cats can suffer from hemoglobinopathies—disorders affecting the structure, function, or production of hemoglobin. These can lead to varying clinical consequences, depending on the nature of the hemoglobin defect.

Dietary Iron: Adequate dietary iron is essential for the synthesis of hemoglobin in cats. Iron deficiency can lead to anemia, as iron is a critical component of the heme group in hemoglobin molecules.

In summary, hemoglobin is a vital component of feline physiology, enabling the transport of oxygen and carbon dioxide, which is essential for cellular metabolism and respiratory function. Monitoring hemoglobin levels is a fundamental aspect of veterinary diagnostics and plays an important role in the assessment and management of feline health.

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