In the fetus, the majority of the hemoglobin is __________.

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In the fetus, the majority of the hemoglobin is Hemoglobin F (HbF) which is composed of two alpha and two gamma chains. HbF has a higher affinity for oxygen than adult hemoglobin, making it beneficial for the fetus to extract oxygen from the maternal circulation. HbA (Choice A) is the predominant adult hemoglobin and HbA₂ (Choice B) is not a valid hemoglobin.

In the Fetus, the Majority of the Hemoglobin Is __________