plasma
is the largest part of blood, 55% & carries antibodies & nutrients to tissues & carries away waste
aid in
regulating immune responses & acid-base balance
other components of plasma
-glucose
-lipids
-hormones
-many others
metabolic products that are carried in plasma
-lactic acid
-creatine
-uric acid
consists of
proteins such as albumin, globulin, & fibrinogen in suspension