Gluatmine Role in Body Functions
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What is the main source of glutamine in the body?

  • Kidneys
  • Liver
  • GI tract
  • Skeletal muscles (correct)

    • Which organ utilizes glutamine for nitrogen and carbon transport?

  • Immune system (correct)
  • Liver
  • Kidneys
  • GI tract

    • Why should glutamine be considered a conditionally essential amino acid?

  • It plays a crucial role in maintaining amino-acid balance (correct)
  • It is essential for proper immune system function
  • It is not produced by the body
  • It is mainly derived from the intestines

    • In what medical condition is oral ingestion of glutamine beneficial?

    <p>Mucositis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which physiological state might require more glutamine than the body can naturally produce?

    <p>Extreme physiologic stress</p> Signup and view all the answers

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