Study Guide for Campbell Biology
Study Guide for Campbell Biology
11th Edition
ISBN: 9780134443775
Author: Lisa A. Urry, Michael L. Cain, Steven A. Wasserman, Peter V. Minorsky, Jane B. Reece, Martha R. Taylor, Michael A. Pollock
Publisher: PEARSON
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Introduction: Blood is composed of plasma and the formed elements. Plasma is the liquid portion of the blood in which all the nutrients, such as proteins, amino acids, sugars, and fats, are suspended. Plasma proteins play several important functions, including transport of vitamins, minerals, and hormones. Albumin is a blood protein that regulates fluid distribution between the blood and the tissues.

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