Blood proteins

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blood_proteins)

Plasma proteins, also termed serum proteins or blood proteins, are proteins present in blood plasma. They serve many different functions, including transport of lipids, hormones, vitamins and metals in the circulatory system and the regulation of acellular activity and functioning and in the immune system. Other blood proteins act as enzymes, complement components, protease inhibitors or kinin precursors. (Wikipedia)

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This term is used for the following terms: 
Plasma proteins
Proteinemia
Serum protein

Approved Date
23-Oct-2013

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