Plasma colloid osmotic pressure is due to________________?
Correct answer: C. Albumin
- A. Fibrinogen
- B. Globulin
- C. Albumin
- D. Collagen
Explanation
Albumin produces most of the plasma colloid osmotic pressure because it is present in high concentration and is relatively small, giving many osmotically active molecules. Globulins and fibrinogen contribute less, while collagen is not a normal plasma protein.
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