Transport form of iron is______________?
Correct answer: A. Transferrin
- A. Transferrin
- B. Ferritin
- C. Apoferritin
- D. Lactoferrin
Explanation
Transferrin binds iron in the blood and transports it to tissues. Ferritin and apoferritin are mainly involved in iron storage, while lactoferrin binds iron in secretions such as milk.
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