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Find out and make a list of proteins used as therapeutic agents. Find other applications of proteins (e.g., cosmetics, etc.)

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Proteins used as therapeutic agents are as follows:

  • Thrombin and fibrinogen – They help in blood clotting.
  • Antigen (antibody) – It helps in blood transfusion.
  • Insulin – It helps in maintaining blood glucose level in the body.
  • Renin – It helps in osmoregulation.

Proteins are also commonly used in the manufacture of cosmetics, toxins, and as biological buffers.


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