How is it that liver disorders can alter the composition and functional properties of the blood?
a. the liver synthesizes immunoglobulins and protein hormones
b. the liver serves as a filter for plasma proteins and pathogens
c. the liver is the primary source of plasma proteins
d. the proteins synthesized by the liver are filtered out of the blood by the kidneys
Answer: c. the liver is the primary source of plasma proteins
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