Fat Soluble Vitamins Lecture (10 & 11) by Associate Prof. Ingy Badawy

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Which type of vitamins are Vitamin A, D, E, and K?

  • Protein-soluble vitamins
  • Water-soluble vitamins
  • Carbohydrate-soluble vitamins
  • Fat-soluble vitamins (correct)

How are carotenoids absorbed in the body?

  • Absorbed intact, with a much lower absorption rate (correct)
  • Transported directly to the bloodstream
  • Broken down to free retinol in the small intestine
  • Converted to retinoids in the liver

Where is 90% of the body's vitamin A stored?

  • Kidneys
  • Muscles
  • Intestinal cells
  • Liver (correct)

What is the main role of Vitamin D in the body?

<p>Calcium and phosphorus absorption for bone health (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin is primarily involved in protein synthesis and cell differentiation?

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

Which type of vitamins are stored primarily in the liver?

<p>Fat-soluble vitamins (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin is known for its antioxidant properties?

<p>Vitamin E (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin is essential for calcium absorption and bone health?

<p>Vitamin D (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin is primarily involved in collagen synthesis and immune function?

<p>Vitamin C (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of vitamin is primarily involved in protein synthesis and cell differentiation?

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

What is the main role of Vitamin E in the body?

<p>Serving as an antioxidant (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are carotenoids primarily absorbed in the body?

<p>Absorbed intact at a high rate (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of vitamin is essential for calcium absorption and bone health?

<p>Vitamin D (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is 90% of the body's vitamin A stored?

<p>Liver (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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