What Plasma Protein is Most Important for the Blood's Colloid

Question

What plasma protein is most important for the blood's colloid osmotic pressure?
A)antibodies
B)transport proteins
C)albumin
D)collagen

Accepted Answer

Albumin is the most important plasma protein for the blood's colloid osmotic pressure. It helps to maintain the proper balance of fluids between the bloodstream and tissue spaces by exerting an osmotic pressure that draws water into the bloodstream from the surrounding tissues.