Biotin Deficiency and Its Effects in Infants
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What is a consequence of pyridoxine deficiency?

  • Macrocytic anemia
  • Hypercholesterolemia
  • Skin lesions near the eyes, nose, and mouth
  • All of the above (correct)

What happens to nervous system functioning in pyridoxine deficiency?

  • It remains unaffected
  • It is not related to pyridoxine
  • It improves
  • It degenerates, leading to epileptic forms of fits (correct)

What is a consequence of biotin deficiency on skin health?

  • Improves skin health
  • Causes skin lesions (correct)
  • Unknown effects
  • No effect on skin health

What is the recommended daily intake of vitamin B6 per 100g of protein?

<p>1.25mg (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a role of biotin in the body?

<p>Metabolism of carbohydrates and fat (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of pyridoxine deficiency in adults?

<p>Both A and B (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a function of vitamin B6 in the body?

<p>Both A and B (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a rich source of vitamin B6?

<p>Dried yeast (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of biotin deficiency during gestation and lactation?

<p>Abnormal fetal development (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a role of biotin in the body?

<p>Co-factor for enzyme-catalyzed reactions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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