9 Questions
Which protein provides osmotic colloid pressure in the plasma and serves as a carrier protein for transporting substances such as hormones throughout the circulation?
Albumin
What is the main function of gamma globulins?
Serving as antibodies for immune response
Where are essentially all the albumin and fibrinogen of the plasma proteins formed?
Liver
What is the composition of plasma in terms of water and solids?
$92%$ water, $9%$ solids
What is the main difference between serum and plasma?
Serum lacks fibrinogen compared to plasma
What is the name of the valve located between the right atrium and ventricle?
Tricuspid valve
What causes the AV valve to open between the atrium and ventricle?
When the blood pressure in an atrium is greater than in the corresponding ventricle
Which term is synonymous with the bicuspid valve?
Mitral valve
What is the function of the interventricular septum?
Separates the two ventricles
Test your knowledge on the composition of blood, including plasma, white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets. Learn about the differences between plasma and serum.
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