Which of the following increases the affinity of hemoglobin for O₂? A)an increase in BPG concentration B)the formation of N-terminal carbamates C)an increase in pH D)a decrease in pH E)an increase in CO₂ concentration

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An increase in pH shifts the hemoglobin saturation curve to the left, indicating an increased affinity for oxygen. This is because a higher pH reduces the protonation of hemoglobin, which stabilizes the R (relaxed) state that has a higher affinity for oxygen.

Which of the Following Increases the Affinity of Hemoglobin for O2

Which of the Following Increases the Affinity of Hemoglobin for O₂