HEME BIOLOGY (2ND ED)

Exploring the intricate chemical properties and historical context of heme, this book delves into its vital functions in human life and disease. It highlights heme's diverse roles in molecular and cellular processes, while the second edition introduces new findings on heme uptake, transport, and synthesis intermediates in mammals. A significant addition is a chapter on the newly discovered link between elevated heme biosynthesis and lung tumorigenesis, making it a comprehensive resource for understanding heme's impact on health.