What is sulfa hemoglobin?

Sulfahemoglobin (abnormal hemoglobin)

- Methemoglobin is a compound, formed by oxidation of hemoglobin, that is incapable of carrying oxygen properly.

- Certain drugs like sulfonamide, aniline, and nitrates lead to the formation of methemoglobin.

- Nitrites present in the milk or cured meat can also result in the oxidation of iron by forming methemoglobin which imparts bluish color to the baby.