Question

Name the three important blood proteins seen in plasma. Add a note on their functions.

Answer 1

The three important blood proteins seen in plasma are fibrinogen, globulins and albumins.

A) Fibrinogen- It is made in the liver. It is one of the 13 coagulation factors that help in normal blood clotting. When blood clotting is activated.the fibrinogen circulating in the blood is converted to fibrin. The fibrin helps to form the stable clot at the site of bleeding.

B) Globulins- The globulins are of 3 types alpha, beta and gamma. Alpha and beta globulins are transport proteins which transport lipid and fat-soluble vitamins. the gamma globulins are antibodies that function in immunity.

C) Albumins- Albumins maintains the osmotic pressure of blood,