Protein malnutrition can negatively affect the outcome of an older adult's major surgery. This is due to protein's role in all of the following EXCEPT:

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Protein's role in blood loss is not significant compared to other functions listed. Protein plays a crucial role in antibody synthesis, immune response, injury healing, and sustaining functions of critical organs, which are all important during major surgery.

Protein Malnutrition Can Negatively Affect the Outcome of an Older