Egg Albumin and Curcumin-Iron Complexes

Using a UV spectrum analysis, the effects of egg albumin were tested on the formation of curcumin-iron complexes.  It was discovered that the iron bonded quickly to the albumin, leaving nothing for the curcumin to complex with.  In addition to leaving no excess iron, it was discovered that curcumin cannot remove iron when it is attached to the protein.  Although this result does not indicate that the curcumin-iron complex can form from iron that is being used biologically, it could indicate that curcumin may not worsen anemia.
The next step will be adding a pre-made curcumin-iron complex to the albumin mixture.


6/11/18
-Alex Griffith