Question

Which of the following plasma proteins is involved in the coagulation of blood?

• A. Fibrinogen
• B. Albumin
• C. Globulin
• D. Immunoglobulin

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Fibrinogen

The correct option is A.

Explanation of the correct answer:

1. Fibrinogen is a plasma protein that helps in the clotting of blood.
2. It is produced in the liver.
3. It forms a mesh-like structure that stops the blood from leaking.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option B:

1. Albumin is a plasma protein that maintains the osmotic balance in the blood.
2. It is produced in the liver.

Option C:

1. Globulin is a plasma protein that helps in an immune response.
2. It is produced by the plasma cells.

Option D:

1. Immunoglobulin is a gamma globulin.
2. It is an antibody.
3. Its types are IgG, IgA, IgM, IgE, IgD

Final answer: Fibrinogen is involved in the coagulation of blood.