Carbon dioxide is carried in the plasma?
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A.
in combination with haemoglobin -
B.
in combination with antibodies -
C.
by capillary action -
D.
as bicarbonate ion.
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation
Carbon dioxide can be transported through the blood via three methods. It is dissolved directly in the blood, bound to plasma proteins or hemoglobin, or converted into bicarbonate.