Amino Acids: Glutamine and Its Classification

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What is the classification of glutamine in terms of amino acids?

Conditionally essential amino acid

Non-essential amino acid (correct)

Essential amino acid

Vitamin

What are the primary substrates used in the production of glutamine?

Glutamate and aspartic acid

Glutamate and ammonia (correct)

Lysine and methionine

Alanine and glycine

During which stages of life may glutamine be considered conditionally essential?

During old age and menopause

During adulthood and middle age

During childhood and adolescence

During pregnancy, breastfeeding, and post-natal growth (correct)

What are the primary functions of glutamine in the body?

Maintaining the nitrogen balance and facilitating growth Signup and view all the answers

Where is glutamine produced in the body?

In the muscles, lungs, liver, and adipose tissue Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary location of glutamate storage in the human body?

Skeletal muscles Signup and view all the answers

What is the charge of the side-chain of glutamine?

+1 Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of glutamine in the digestive tract?

To improve nutrient absorption and enhance the immune system Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of glutamine supplementation in medical settings?

To enhance immune function and prevent weight loss Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of glutamine in slow-twitch muscles?

To facilitate muscle contraction and the synthesis of muscle fibers Signup and view all the answers

Why does glutamine production increase during pregnancy?

To fuel fetal growth Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of glutamine for newborns?

Support for immune function and growth Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of a glutamine deficiency in autosomal recessive disorder?

Encephalopathy, seizures, and stunted physical growth Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a food rich in glutamine?

Leafy green vegetables Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of glutamine deficiency due to digestive disorders?

Higher rates of mortality due to illness and disease Signup and view all the answers

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