Plasma Proteins and Blood Composition Quiz
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Which of the following is NOT a function of plasma proteins?

  • Maintaining plasma osmotic pressure
  • Serving as the site of synthesis for all types of plasma proteins (correct)
  • Acting as carrier proteins for small molecules and ions
  • Serving as structural elements in cell membranes

What is the approximate concentration of total proteins in human plasma?

  • $6-9$ g/dL (correct)
  • $10-12$ g/dL
  • $3-5$ g/dL
  • $1-3$ g/dL

Which of the following is NOT an example of non-protein nitrogenous compounds found in plasma?

  • Urea
  • Insulin (correct)
  • Creatinine
  • Amino acids

What is the main function of plasma proteins in relation to small molecules and ions?

<p>Maintaining osmotic pressure and transporting small molecules and ions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are gamma globulins synthesized?

<p>Lymphocytes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a function of plasma proteins?

<p>Energy storage (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an example of non-protein nitrogenous compounds found in plasma?

<p>Glucose (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are gamma globulins primarily synthesized?

<p>Lymphocytes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate percentage of water in the composition of plasma of blood?

<p>$90$% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organ primarily synthesizes most types of plasma proteins?

<p>$\text{Liver}$ (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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