Питання 10 з 40 · Тема: Biochemistry of the dentoalveolar system · Biochemistry

An extreme undernourishment, known as starvation, can be caused by insufficient protein intake. As an example, Kwashiorkor is a form of malnutrition caused by a lack of protein in the diet where decreased plasma protein concentration leads to increased filtration of fluid into interstitium. Which of the following proteins is the most likely cause of decreased oncotic plasma pressure in a starving patient?

1. A a-globulins
2. B Fibrinogen
3. C Albumin
4. D y-globulins
5. E B-globulins

Правильна відповідь: C. Albumin