Question

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

Answer 1

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.