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What is the primary function of prothrombin and fibrinogen in the body?
What is the primary function of prothrombin and fibrinogen in the body?
- Regulating nitrogenous waste
- Supporting plasma proteins
- Initiating blood clotting (correct)
- Maintaining blood chemistry
What is the role of albumin in the body?
What is the role of albumin in the body?
- Supporting the synthesis of plasma proteins
- Emulsifying fat in the small intestine
- Maintaining blood lipid levels
- Regulating blood osmotic balance (correct)
What is the significance of the liver's ability to store glycogen?
What is the significance of the liver's ability to store glycogen?
- To maintain blood clotting
- To emulsify fat in the small intestine
- To regulate blood chemistry
- To store energy for later use (correct)
What is the liver's role in the disposal of nitrogenous waste?
What is the liver's role in the disposal of nitrogenous waste?
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What is the significance of the liver's ability to store iron?
What is the significance of the liver's ability to store iron?
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