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The proteins released from plasma cells to fight infection are called antibodies. Antibodies are specific proteins that identify and neutralize pathogens, such as bacteria or viruses, helping the immune system to eliminate the infection.
Proteins embedded in the plasma membrane are called integral membrane proteins. These proteins are permanently attached to the lipid bilayer and play important roles in various cellular functions such as cell signaling, transport, and cell recognition.
Hormones attach to plasma membrane proteins called receptors. These receptors can trigger signaling pathways within the cell when activated by the hormone binding.
If there is a decrease in the amount of plasma proteins, then overall health is affected. There are three main plasma proteins-albumins, globulins, and fibrinogen-that contribute to the composition of plasma. Osmotic pressure and the transport of fatty acids, thyroid hormones, some steroid hormones, and other substances will decrease. The amount of antibodies transported by the plasma will also decrease. Finally, the blood will not be able to clot properly because of the decrease of certain proteins in the plasma.
Complement proteins are a series of immune proteins that carry out complement cascade reactions. These proteins are helping the immune system to lean up from the cells. complement proteins are not antibodies.
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