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What is the primary source of heme lost during degradation?
What is the primary source of heme lost during degradation?
- Erythrocytes (correct)
- Alcohol abuse disorder patients
- Hepatic P450
- Green leafy vegetables
Which organ is responsible for the excretion of bilirubin diglucuronide into the bile?
Which organ is responsible for the excretion of bilirubin diglucuronide into the bile?
- Spleen
- Liver (correct)
- Pancreas
- Kidneys
What is the normal level of bilirubin in serum?
What is the normal level of bilirubin in serum?
- 2-17 micromolar (correct)
- 40-60 micromolar
- 80-100 micromolar
- 5-10 micromolar
What is the most common source of vitamin B9 (folate)?
What is the most common source of vitamin B9 (folate)?
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What are the symptoms of a mild or borderline folate deficiency?
What are the symptoms of a mild or borderline folate deficiency?
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Which enzyme uses B12 as a cofactor in the synthesis of methionine from homocysteine?
Which enzyme uses B12 as a cofactor in the synthesis of methionine from homocysteine?
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What is the role of 5,10-methylene THF in the body?
What is the role of 5,10-methylene THF in the body?
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What hypothesis explains the similarity in signs and symptoms of B12 and folate deficiency?
What hypothesis explains the similarity in signs and symptoms of B12 and folate deficiency?
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What is the function of formimino-glutamate (FIGLU) in the body?
What is the function of formimino-glutamate (FIGLU) in the body?
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"Megaloblasts" are oversized RBC precursors found in which part of the body?
"Megaloblasts" are oversized RBC precursors found in which part of the body?
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