Question

Globulins present in blood plasma are primarily involved in:

• A. oxygen transport in the blood
• B. clotting of blood
• C. defence mechanisms of the body
• D. Transport of carbon dioxide

Answer 1

The correct option is C defence mechanisms of the body

• Globulins in human blood plasma are primarily involved in defense mechanisms of the body.
• Globulins like immunoglobulins act as antibodies that destroy bacteria, viruses and toxic substances that may enter the blood from outside.
• Haemoglobin is the protein present in the RBC which transport oxygen from lungs to tissues and carbon dioxide from tissues to lungs.
• Platelets are components of blood cells and they participate in blood clotting process.