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Mitochondria act as sensors for essential iron molecule, study reveals

Mitochondria act as sensors for essential iron molecule, study revealsWorldPing

Heme, a bioactive form of iron, has numerous essential functions in the cell. As a key component of hemoglobin, it enables oxygen transport in the blood.

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