Which one of the following plasma proteins is involved in the coagulation of blood?
- Albumin
- Serum amylase
- Globulin
- Fibrinogen
Answer
(4) Fibrinogen
Solution
As per NCERT, fibrinogen, globulins and albumins are the major plasma proteins.
⇒ Fibrinogens are needed for clotting or coagulation of blood; globulins are involved in defence mechanisms and albumins help in osmotic balance.
∵ During clotting, thrombin converts soluble fibrinogen into insoluble fibrin threads that trap the formed elements.
Answer: (4)