The Plasma of the Blood Contains About 7% ________

Question

The plasma of the blood contains about 7% ________.
A) plasma proteins
B) erythrocytes
C) leukocytes
D) platelets
E) organic wastes

Accepted Answer

Plasma proteins make up about 7% of the plasma volume, while erythrocytes, leukocytes, and platelets make up the formed elements of blood and are not part of the plasma. Organic wastes are also present in the plasma, but their percentage varies and is much lower than 7%.