14 Questions
Which of the following is the most abundant circulating protein in the blood?
Albumin
What is the main function of albumin in the blood?
Maintaining oncotic pressure
Which type of globulin helps transport metals such as iron in the blood?
Beta globulin
What is one of the reasons for testing albumin levels?
Checking liver and kidney function
Which type of globulin helps fight infection?
Gamma globulin
In which range would normal total protein values fall, according to the text?
[5.5–9.0 g/dL]
What can cause high albumin levels in the blood?
Severe burns
Which condition is associated with low albumin levels in the blood?
Kidney disease
What effect does damaged liver cells have on protein production?
Delayed decrease in serum protein levels
Which test method uses ultraviolet absorption for total serum protein measurement?
Refractometry
What is the purpose of sodium hydroxide in the Biuret reagent?
To provide an alkaline medium for the reaction
Which condition is NOT associated with high globulin levels in the blood?
Severe burns
Which illness is NOT a cause of low albumin levels in the blood?
Hodgkin's lymphoma
Which substance is used to form the Biuret reagent?
(NaOH) and copper (II) sulfate (CuSO4)
Test your knowledge about the practical aspects of the Total Serum Protein test, which measures the total amount of protein in the blood, including the major groups of proteins such as Albumin and Globulin. Learn about their functions, production, and significance in the body.
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