Albumin is the other common blood protein. Albumin makes up more than half of the total protein within the blood, and globulins make up the remainder
Human body needs globulins to:
*Fight off viruses and infections.
*Form blood clots.
*Keep the liver and kidneys functioning.
Globulins may be divided into the euglobulins and the pseudoglobulins. The former group is insoluble in water but soluble in saline solutions and may be precipitated in water that has been half-saturated with a salt such as ammonium sulfate. The latter group is soluble in water and has properties that resemble those of the true globulins.
Many α and β globulins are transport proteins, which means they carry substances like hormones, fats, or minerals. Some also work as enzymes to speed up chemical reactions.
There are two types of α-globulins, α-1 and α-2. They carry hormones, cholesterol, and copper through the bloodstream and act as an enzyme for certain chemical reactions in the body. α - globulins also work to help or prevent the actions of other enzymes, such as those that cause the blood to clump.
β-globulins carry lipids, hormones, and cholesterol through the bloodstream and assist immune cells in mounting an immune response to invading bacteria, viruses, and parasites.
γ -globulins have a vital role in natural and acquired immunity to infection. The most significant gamma globulins are immunoglobulins (antibodies) which are globulins that help with immune responses and immunity. Mostly immunoglobulins (antibodies): IgG, IgE, IgM, IgD, IgA
What are globulins?
