Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase and Oxidative Stress Quiz
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What is the role of Glucose-6-Phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) in the context of the text?

  • Converting 6-phosphogluconate to glucose-6-phosphate and producing NADPH to combat oxidative stress
  • Breaking down NADPH to produce glucose-6-phosphate and 6-phosphogluconate
  • Converting glucose-6-phosphate to 6-phosphogluconate and producing NADPH to combat oxidative stress (correct)
  • Acting as an antioxidant to neutralize free radicals

    • Why is NADPH important in the context of the text?

  • It acts as a free radical that can react with everything in the body
  • It is involved in combating oxidative stress by providing reducing power for antioxidant defense systems (correct)
  • It helps in the production of unstable free radicals
  • It is a primary source of energy for the body

    • What is the significance of glutathione (GSH) in the context discussed?

  • It acts as an antioxidant and helps neutralize free radicals (correct)
  • It breaks down NADPH into glucose-6-phosphate and 6-phosphogluconate
  • It produces NADPH to combat oxidative stress
  • It serves as a primary source of energy for the body

    • Why are superoxide dismutase (SOD) and catalase important according to the text?

    <p>They help in neutralizing free radicals such as superoxide and hydrogen peroxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the primary roles of free radicals according to the text?

    <p>Being unstable and reacting with various components in the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

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