Which of the following plasma proteins is involved in the regulation of iron metabolism by binding to and transporting ferric iron in the bloodstream?

A Transferrin
B Ferritin
C Hemopexin
D Ceruloplasmin
Transferrin is a plasma protein that binds to and transports ferric iron in the bloodstream, playing a crucial role in regulating iron metabolism.
Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease
Hematology Hematology: Blood Components Hematology: Blood Components Medium MEDICAL Confidence: high