Class 11 Biology - Chapter Biomolecules NCERT Solutions | Find out and make a list of proteins use
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Question 6
Find out and make a list of proteins used as therapeutic agents. Find other applications of proteins (e.g., cosmetics, etc.)
Answer
Proteins used as therapeutic agents are as follows:
1. Thrombin and fibrinogen – They help in blood clotting.
2. Antigen (antibody) – It helps in blood transfusion.
3. Insulin – It helps in maintaining blood glucose level in the body.
4. Renin – It helps in osmoregulation.
Proteins are also commonly used in the manufacture of cosmetics, toxins, and as biological buffers.
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