Percentage of α2,β2 globin present in human adult is
A
99%
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B
99.5%
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C
98%
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D
97%
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Solution
The correct option is D 97% In adult life, Hb A (α2β2) makes up about 97% of the total hemoglobin, the remaining 2% to 3% being represented by Hb A2 and a small amount of Hb F.