What are Hemoglobin-Based Oxygen Carriers (HBOCs)?
Hemoglobin-based oxygen carriers (HBOCs) are synthetic or semi-synthetic substances designed to mimic the oxygen-carrying function of red blood cells. They are engineered to transport oxygen to tissues when traditional blood transfusions are not an option. The primary goal of HBOCs is to provide an alternative to blood transfusions, particularly in situations where blood supply is limited, or when there is a high risk of infectious disease transmission through blood.
