Human plasma albumin
A. Contributes more to plasma colloid osmotic pressure than globulin.
B. Filters freely at the renal glomerulus.
C. Is negatively charged at the normal pH of blood.
D. Carries carbon dioxide in blood.
E. Lacks the essential amino acids.
instantknowledge Answered question August 20, 2024
D. Carries carbon dioxide in blood is incorrect. Human plasma albumin does not carry carbon dioxide; this role is primarily fulfilled by hemoglobin in red blood cells. The other statements are correct: albumin contributes more to plasma colloid osmotic pressure than globulin, is negatively charged at normal blood pH, and is not freely filtered at the renal glomerulus. Additionally, albumin does contain essential amino acids.
instantknowledge Answered question August 20, 2024