Plasma Protein Composition Quiz

Plasma Proteins

• The approximate concentration of total proteins in human plasma is around 60-80 g/L.
• The main function of plasma proteins related to osmolarity is to attract and hold water in the blood vessels.

Synthesis of Plasma Proteins

• The liver primarily synthesizes all types of plasma proteins except gamma globulins.

Carrier Proteins

• Many plasma proteins act as carrier proteins for lipids, hormones, and vitamins.

Synthesis of Gamma Globulins

• B-lymphocytes (B-cells) are responsible for synthesizing gamma globulins.

Functions of Plasma Proteins

• One function of plasma proteins is to regulate osmotic pressure.
• One function of plasma proteins is to transport lipids, hormones, and vitamins.
• One function of plasma proteins is to provide defense against infection and disease.
• The function of plasma proteins does NOT include platelet aggregation.

Plasma Composition

• The approximate percentage of water in the plasma of blood is 92%.
• The liver is primarily responsible for synthesizing most types of plasma proteins.
• Inorganic matters in plasma solids include electrolytes, such as sodium, potassium, and chloride, but do NOT include oxygen.

Test your knowledge of the composition of plasma proteins and organic and inorganic matters in blood plasma. This quiz covers topics such as water content, organic compounds like proteins and lipids, and inorganic compounds like electrolytes.