Functions of Plasma Proteins in Blood Regulation
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What is the percentage of buffering power of blood attributed to plasma proteins?

  • 10%
  • 5%
  • 15% (correct)
  • 20%

    • How do plasma proteins act as weak acids or bases for buffering?

  • By binding to sodium ions
  • By releasing oxygen
  • Through their interaction with red blood cells
  • Through free acidic and basic groups (correct)

    • Which component is primarily responsible for blood viscosity?

  • Hemoglobin
  • Fibrinogen (correct)
  • Plasma proteins
  • Red blood cells

    • How is CO2 carried in the blood in association with plasma proteins?

    <p>Combines with amino groups to form carbamino compounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of plasma proteins in relation to transport and conservation of substances?

    <p>Transporting hormones, vitamins, and minerals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do plasma proteins help prevent rapid loss of substances in urine?

    <p>Due to their large molecular size and inability to filter through glomeruli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of plasma proteins helps make lipids miscible with water for transport?

    <p>Albumin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or False: Plasma proteins do not play a significant role in blood viscosity.

    <p><strong>False</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component carries CO2 as carbamino compounds in the blood?

    <p><strong>Hemoglobin</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main role of plasma proteins in the transport of important substances?

    <p><strong>Transporting hormones, vitamins, minerals</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

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