Plasma Proteins and Their Functions

The video discusses blood plasma, highlighting its role as the liquid component of blood that transports essential materials throughout the body. It covers the composition of plasma, including water, nutrients, gases, salts, and proteins. The focus is on plasma proteins like albumin, globulins, and fibrinogen, explaining their functions. The video also explores lipoproteins and their role in lipid transport, as well as the importance of maintaining nutrient and electrolyte balance in plasma.

What is the primary role of blood plasma in the body?

• To transport oxygen

• To carry nutrients and waste

• To produce red blood cells

• To fight infections

What percentage of plasma is water?

• 95%

• 90%

• 80%

• 70%

Which of the following is NOT a component carried by plasma?

• Carbon dioxide

• Glucose

• Red blood cells

• Amino acids

What is the main function of albumin in plasma?

• To fight infections

• To form blood clots

• To maintain osmotic balance

• To transport oxygen

Which plasma protein is responsible for forming blood clots?

• Albumin

• Hemoglobin

• Globulin

• Fibrinogen

What are gamma globulins also known as?

• Antibodies

• Hormones

• Enzymes

• Lipids

Which type of lipoprotein is considered beneficial for health?

• Chylomicrons

• Very low-density lipoprotein (VLDL)

• High-density lipoprotein (HDL)

• Low-density lipoprotein (LDL)

What is the primary function of lipoproteins in the blood?

• To form blood clots

• To fight infections

• To carry lipids

• To transport oxygen

Which of the following is a waste product carried by plasma?

• Glucose

• Urea

• Amino acids

• Carbon dioxide

What role do electrolytes in plasma play?

• They produce red blood cells

• They transport oxygen

• They maintain pH and blood pressure

• They form blood clots