Multiple Choice
Which of the following is NOT a typical role of proteins in biological systems?
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1. Introduction to Biochemistry
Proteins
Multiple Choice
In human blood plasma, which protein is the most abundant by mass?
A
Albumin
B
Transferrin
C
Fibrinogen
D
Immunoglobulin G (IgG)
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Understand that human blood plasma contains various proteins, each with different functions and concentrations.
Recall that albumin is a protein synthesized by the liver and is responsible for maintaining oncotic pressure and transporting various substances in the blood.
Compare the typical concentrations of the listed proteins in plasma: albumin, transferrin, fibrinogen, and immunoglobulin G (IgG).
Recognize that albumin is present at the highest concentration by mass in plasma compared to the other proteins listed.
Conclude that among the options, albumin is the most abundant protein by mass in human blood plasma.
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