In this study subjects were randomized to intravenous hemin, prepared in albumin, or albumin alone. After infusions on days 1, 3, and 7, weekly infusions were administered for 7 weeks. Assessments included blood tests for HO1 protein and enzyme activity levels, gastric emptying with 13^C-spirulina breath test, autonomic functions (baseline and end), and gastrointestinal symptoms every 2 weeks.