Which of the following is a copper-containing plasma protein that converts iron to a form that can be transported and stored?
A)Ceruloplasmin
B)Ferritin
C)Hemoglobin
D)Transferrin

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Ceruloplasmin is a copper-containing plasma protein that plays a crucial role in iron metabolism. It oxidizes ferrous iron (Fe2+) to ferric iron (Fe3+) which can be transported and stored by transferrin and ferritin, respectively.

Which of the Following Is a Copper-Containing Plasma Protein That