Which of the following is not a function of blood?
A. Transports a variety of nutrients
B. Helps to stabilize the pH of extracellular fluids
C. Participates in the initiation of blood clotting
D. Helps to regulate body temperature
E. Produces plasma hormones
Answer: E
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