The protein that carries iron from the gut to the body tissues is called________________?

Correct answer: D. Transferrin

  • A. Ferritin
  • B. Haemosiderin
  • C. Myoglobin
  • D. Transferrin

Explanation

Transferrin is the plasma iron-binding protein that transports absorbed iron from the intestine to tissues and bone marrow. Ferritin and haemosiderin mainly store iron, whereas myoglobin stores oxygen in muscle.

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