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What is the main source of glutamine in the body?
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?
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?
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?
In what medical condition is oral ingestion of glutamine beneficial?
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Which physiological state might require more glutamine than the body can naturally produce?
Which physiological state might require more glutamine than the body can naturally produce?
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