Iron Metabolism and Heme Synthesis Model
Product Code : JC-BE-6085
The Iron Metabolism and Heme Synthesis Model from Jaincolab is a three-dimensional teaching model that illustrates how dietary iron is absorbed, transported, and stored in the body, and how it is used in the biosynthesis of heme.
It is used in biochemistry, hematology, medical, and pharmacy courses to connect iron metabolism with the formation of hemoglobin and with clinical conditions such as anemia.
What the Concept States
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Iron Absorption | Dietary iron is absorbed mainly in the duodenum and transported into the bloodstream |
| Transferrin | Plasma protein that transports iron through the blood to tissues, including the bone marrow |
| Ferritin | Intracellular protein that stores iron in a soluble, non-toxic form, mainly in the liver |
| Heme Synthesis | Multi-step pathway beginning with glycine and succinyl-CoA that produces heme, the iron-containing component of hemoglobin |
| Rate-Limiting Enzyme | ALA synthase catalyses the first and rate-limiting step of heme synthesis |
| Clinical Relevance | Disorders of iron metabolism and heme synthesis include iron-deficiency anemia and the porphyrias |
Key Features
- Traces the pathway from dietary iron absorption to heme synthesis in a single reference model
- Shows the role of transferrin and ferritin in iron transport and storage
- Links biochemistry concepts to hematology and clinical anemia topics
- Durable, exam-oriented construction for repeated classroom use
- Compact benchtop format suitable for laboratories and lecture halls
Why Choose Jaincolab
Jaincolab (Jain Scientific Suppliers) is an ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified manufacturer and exporter of laboratory and scientific teaching models, supplying biology, chemistry, physics, and pharmacy equipment to institutions across India and internationally. Explore our complete range on the Biology Equipment category page, including our Bio Lipid Metabolism Model, for related biochemistry teaching aids.
Applications
| Application Area | Use |
|---|---|
| Biochemistry Education | Teaching iron transport, storage and heme biosynthesis |
| Hematology Training | Correlating heme synthesis with anemia and hemoglobin disorders |
| Medical & Nursing Colleges | Supporting coursework on iron metabolism disorders |
| Pharmacy Colleges | Relating iron metabolism to iron supplementation and chelation therapy |
| Science Exhibitions | Visual overview of iron and heme metabolism for general audiences |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What does the Iron Metabolism and Heme Synthesis Model demonstrate?
A. It demonstrates the pathway of dietary iron absorption, transport, and storage, together with the biosynthesis of heme.
Q2. What is the role of transferrin?
A. Transferrin is a plasma protein that transports iron through the bloodstream to tissues such as the bone marrow.
Q3. What is ferritin?
A. Ferritin is an intracellular protein that stores iron in a soluble, non-toxic form, mainly in the liver.
Q4. What is the rate-limiting step of heme synthesis?
A. The rate-limiting step is catalysed by the enzyme ALA synthase, which begins the multi-step pathway that produces heme.
Q5. Who uses this model?
A. Biochemistry, hematology, medical, nursing, and pharmacy students and faculty use it to study iron and heme metabolism.
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