Blood Clotting and Vitamin K
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Why are Gla residues of prothrombin effective in chelating positively charged calcium ions?

  • Because they are hydrophobic
  • Because they bind to phospholipids
  • Because they are positively charged
  • Because of two adjacent, negatively charged carboxylate groups (correct)
  • What is the role of the prothrombin-calcium complex in blood clotting?

  • It catalyzes the formation of fibrin
  • It binds to phospholipids essential for blood clotting (correct)
  • It converts thrombin to prothrombin
  • It initiates platelet aggregation
  • Which foods are rich sources of Vitamin K?

  • Cabbage, kale, and spinach (correct)
  • Apples and bananas
  • Chicken and fish
  • Carrots and tomatoes
  • What is a primary reason newborns are at risk for Vitamin K deficiency?

    <p>They have sterile intestines and no bacteria to synthesize Vitamin K</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What dose of Vitamin K is recommended as a prophylactic measure for newborns?

    <p>A single intramuscular dose as prophylaxis against hemorrhagic disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some potential toxic effects of prolonged administration of synthetic Vitamin K (menadione) in infants?

    <p>Hemolytic anemia and jaundice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Prothrombin and Platelet Interaction

    • The Gla residues of prothrombin have a strong chelating effect on positively charged calcium ions due to their two adjacent, negatively charged carboxylate groups.
    • The prothrombin-calcium complex binds to phospholipids on the surface of platelets, essential for blood clotting.
    • Attachment to platelets increases the rate of proteolytic conversion of prothrombin to thrombin.

    Vitamin K Distribution and Requirement

    • Vitamin K is found in various food sources, including cabbage, kale, spinach, egg yolk, and liver.
    • The bacteria in the gut also synthesize vitamin K.
    • The recommended daily intake of vitamin K is 120 µg for adult males and 90 µg for adult females.

    Vitamin K Deficiency in Newborns

    • Newborns have sterile intestines, lacking the bacteria that synthesize vitamin K.
    • Human milk provides only about one-fifth of the daily requirement for vitamin K.
    • A single intramuscular dose of vitamin K is recommended for newborns as prophylaxis against hemorrhagic disease.

    Vitamin K Toxicity

    • Prolonged administration of large doses of synthetic vitamin K (menadione) can cause hemolytic anemia and jaundice in infants.
    • Toxic effects occur due to damage to red blood cell membranes.
    • Synthetic vitamin K is no longer used to treat vitamin K deficiency.
    • There is no established upper limit for vitamin K consumption.

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    This quiz covers the interaction of prothrombin and platelets, and the role of vitamin K in blood clotting. It explores the binding of prothrombin to calcium and phospholipids, and the conversion of prothrombin to thrombin.

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