Albumin is the most common protein in the blood, a vital molecule produced by the liver that helps maintain fluid balance and transports proteins and hormones. It also plays a key role in fighting off a lethal disease called mucormycosis or “black fungus,” according to a new study published in Nature. This is the first time the protein has been shown to have a direct role in helping the body defend against a fungal pathogen.
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