Which of the following statements is true?

A. Your body uses excess dietary protein to form the antibodies that cause infections.
B. Proteins are your cells' primary energy source.
C. Structural proteins include fibrin and insulin.
D. Proteins in your blood help maintain proper acid-base balance.


Answer: D

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