Question

Which of the plasma proteins listed below is not matched correctly to its function?

• A. Albumin - maintains osmotic pressure in blood
• B. Globulins - Enzymes and carrier proteins
• C. Fibrinogen- transport minerals, lipids, hormones and vitamins.
• D. Immunoglobulin- attacks and destroys pathogens.

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Fibrinogen- transport minerals, lipids, hormones and vitamins.

Globulins have some enzymes, carrier proteins. Immunoglobulins are involved in attack and destruction of pathogens. Fibrinogen is the blood clotting agent. Albumin maintains osmotic pressure in blood cells, transports molecules and also eliminates free radicals.