Protein Analysis in Blood Quiz

It is an analysis that measures the total amount of two types of proteins present in the blood, namely globulin protein and ______ protein.

Plasma proteins are synthesized mainly by the liver with the exception of γ-globulins which are synthesized by plasma cells present in lymph nodes, spleen and ______ marrow.

The normal serum protein level is 6 to 8 g/dl. Albumin makes up 3.5 to 5.0 g/dl, and the remainder is the total ______.

Proteins are produced in multiple areas throughout the body and circulate in the ______.

Functions of Serum total protein including albumin: Is mainly involved in the maintenance of normal water distribution between tissues and the blood. Responsible for maintaining the oncotic pressure of plasma. Is used to transport many substances including ______.

Hyperproteinemia or hyperalbuminemia usually occurs during multiple myeloma, dehydration, excessive water loss, as in severe vomiting, diarrhea, Addison's disease or diabetic ______.

Hypoproteinemia or hypoalbuminemia usually occurs in edema, malnutrition, nephrotic syndrome, malabsorption and severe liver ______.

In the biuret reaction, a chelate is formed between the Cu²* ion and the peptide bonds of the proteins in alkaline solutions to form a violet colored complex whose absorbance is measured ______.