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What is the most common cause of Vitamin D deficiency?
What is the most common cause of Vitamin D deficiency?
Which statement about the effects of Vitamin D deficiency is correct?
Which statement about the effects of Vitamin D deficiency is correct?
What is the mineral composition of hydroxyapatite that is affected by insufficient calcium during Vitamin D deficiency?
What is the mineral composition of hydroxyapatite that is affected by insufficient calcium during Vitamin D deficiency?
Which condition is characterized by softened bones due to the inability to mineralize properly?
Which condition is characterized by softened bones due to the inability to mineralize properly?
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How does Vitamin D deficiency influence parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels?
How does Vitamin D deficiency influence parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels?
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What is the primary role of Vitamin D in calcium and phosphorus homeostasis?
What is the primary role of Vitamin D in calcium and phosphorus homeostasis?
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Which effect of Vitamin D has NOT been supported by recent studies?
Which effect of Vitamin D has NOT been supported by recent studies?
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How does Vitamin D influence calcium absorption in the gastrointestinal tract?
How does Vitamin D influence calcium absorption in the gastrointestinal tract?
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Which process is directly activated by Vitamin D in bone tissue?
Which process is directly activated by Vitamin D in bone tissue?
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Which intracellular receptors form a heterodimeric complex with the Vitamin D receptor?
Which intracellular receptors form a heterodimeric complex with the Vitamin D receptor?
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Which cellular process is primarily activated by the binding of Vitamin D to its receptor?
Which cellular process is primarily activated by the binding of Vitamin D to its receptor?
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What is a primary consequence of calcitriol's (Vitamin D) effect on the kidneys?
What is a primary consequence of calcitriol's (Vitamin D) effect on the kidneys?
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The net effect of calcitriol in the body includes?
The net effect of calcitriol in the body includes?
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What activates the secretion of parathyroid hormone (PTH)?
What activates the secretion of parathyroid hormone (PTH)?
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Which vitamin is formed from 7-dehydrocholesterol upon exposure to UV light?
Which vitamin is formed from 7-dehydrocholesterol upon exposure to UV light?
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What is the role of 1-α-hydroxylase in vitamin D metabolism?
What is the role of 1-α-hydroxylase in vitamin D metabolism?
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What physiological effect does increased production of calcitriol have on its own synthesis?
What physiological effect does increased production of calcitriol have on its own synthesis?
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What is the consequence of a vitamin D deficiency?
What is the consequence of a vitamin D deficiency?
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What clinical symptoms are associated with a deficiency of vitamin K?
What clinical symptoms are associated with a deficiency of vitamin K?
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Which of the following is a known antagonist of vitamin K?
Which of the following is a known antagonist of vitamin K?
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What are the overall physiological functions of vitamin E?
What are the overall physiological functions of vitamin E?
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Which of the following laboratory findings is characteristic of osteomalacia?
Which of the following laboratory findings is characteristic of osteomalacia?
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What effect does elevated PTH have on phosphorus levels in the body?
What effect does elevated PTH have on phosphorus levels in the body?
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Which component of bone is primarily responsible for forming the non-mineralized matrix?
Which component of bone is primarily responsible for forming the non-mineralized matrix?
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What is the impact of vitamin D deficiency on plasma calcium levels?
What is the impact of vitamin D deficiency on plasma calcium levels?
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Which process does elevated PTH stimulate in renal function?
Which process does elevated PTH stimulate in renal function?
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How does Vitamin D deficiency specifically affect phosphorus levels?
How does Vitamin D deficiency specifically affect phosphorus levels?
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What role does calcitriol play in the context of PTH and calcium absorption?
What role does calcitriol play in the context of PTH and calcium absorption?
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Which of the following statements correctly describes the effect of insufficient levels of calcitriol?
Which of the following statements correctly describes the effect of insufficient levels of calcitriol?
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What is a primary function of retinoic acid in the body?
What is a primary function of retinoic acid in the body?
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What can prolonged deficiency of retinoic acid lead to in children?
What can prolonged deficiency of retinoic acid lead to in children?
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What physiological effect is associated with Vitamin A deficiency?
What physiological effect is associated with Vitamin A deficiency?
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What condition can result from excessive intake of Vitamin A?
What condition can result from excessive intake of Vitamin A?
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What is a significant consequence of Vitamin E deficiency?
What is a significant consequence of Vitamin E deficiency?
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What condition results when bone resorption exceeds bone formation?
What condition results when bone resorption exceeds bone formation?
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Which Vitamin E form is recognized for its potent antioxidant properties?
Which Vitamin E form is recognized for its potent antioxidant properties?
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What is the primary substance produced from β-carotene in the body?
What is the primary substance produced from β-carotene in the body?
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What is the correct sequence of events in the free-radical chain reaction?
What is the correct sequence of events in the free-radical chain reaction?
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What role does retinoic acid play in dermatology?
What role does retinoic acid play in dermatology?
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Which vitamin deficiency directly reduces rhodopsin levels in the retina, impacting photosensitivity?
Which vitamin deficiency directly reduces rhodopsin levels in the retina, impacting photosensitivity?
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Which cellular change occurs in the rod cells when light is absorbed by rhodopsin?
Which cellular change occurs in the rod cells when light is absorbed by rhodopsin?
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What are the principal factors contributing to the development of osteoporosis?
What are the principal factors contributing to the development of osteoporosis?
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What happens to the sodium channels in rod cells when cGMP levels decrease?
What happens to the sodium channels in rod cells when cGMP levels decrease?
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Which risk factors are associated with osteoporosis?
Which risk factors are associated with osteoporosis?
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During dark adaptation, what change occurs in the rod cells regarding cGMP levels?
During dark adaptation, what change occurs in the rod cells regarding cGMP levels?
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What is the effect of Vitamin D deficiency on the ability of osteoblasts to form hydroxyapatite?
What is the effect of Vitamin D deficiency on the ability of osteoblasts to form hydroxyapatite?
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Which of the following conditions is a consequence of Vitamin D deficiency specifically in children?
Which of the following conditions is a consequence of Vitamin D deficiency specifically in children?
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What is the primary physiological change in bones associated with osteomalacia due to Vitamin D deficiency?
What is the primary physiological change in bones associated with osteomalacia due to Vitamin D deficiency?
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Which factor is NOT typically a cause of Vitamin D deficiency?
Which factor is NOT typically a cause of Vitamin D deficiency?
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How does Vitamin D deficiency affect progress in bone mineralization, particularly in adults?
How does Vitamin D deficiency affect progress in bone mineralization, particularly in adults?
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Which vitamin is primarily needed for the γ-carboxylation of glutamate residues in blood coagulation factors?
Which vitamin is primarily needed for the γ-carboxylation of glutamate residues in blood coagulation factors?
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What condition is associated with increased prothrombin time due to vitamin K deficiency?
What condition is associated with increased prothrombin time due to vitamin K deficiency?
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Which antioxidant vitamin is known for terminating free-radical chain reactions?
Which antioxidant vitamin is known for terminating free-radical chain reactions?
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What is a common cause of vitamin K deficiency in newborns?
What is a common cause of vitamin K deficiency in newborns?
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Which factors are directly impacted by the γ-carboxylation process facilitated by vitamin K?
Which factors are directly impacted by the γ-carboxylation process facilitated by vitamin K?
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What is a potential consequence of broad-spectrum antibiotic therapy on vitamin levels?
What is a potential consequence of broad-spectrum antibiotic therapy on vitamin levels?
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Which of the following is NOT a potential symptom of vitamin K deficiency?
Which of the following is NOT a potential symptom of vitamin K deficiency?
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How do vitamin K antagonists like warfarin exert their effect?
How do vitamin K antagonists like warfarin exert their effect?
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Which laboratory finding is consistent with osteomalacia?
Which laboratory finding is consistent with osteomalacia?
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What is the effect of elevated PTH on phosphate levels?
What is the effect of elevated PTH on phosphate levels?
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Which statement accurately describes the consequences of vitamin D deficiency?
Which statement accurately describes the consequences of vitamin D deficiency?
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In which order does PTH influence calcium levels through its actions?
In which order does PTH influence calcium levels through its actions?
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What is one of the primary organic components of the bone matrix?
What is one of the primary organic components of the bone matrix?
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How does calcitriol regulate calcium levels in the gastrointestinal tract?
How does calcitriol regulate calcium levels in the gastrointestinal tract?
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Which cells are primarily responsible for bone resorption?
Which cells are primarily responsible for bone resorption?
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What is the consequence of decreased calcium and phosphate absorption due to vitamin D deficiency?
What is the consequence of decreased calcium and phosphate absorption due to vitamin D deficiency?
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What is a potential consequence of vitamin A deficiency on eye health?
What is a potential consequence of vitamin A deficiency on eye health?
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Which condition is associated with excessive intake of retinoic acid during pregnancy?
Which condition is associated with excessive intake of retinoic acid during pregnancy?
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How does retinoic acid affect epithelial cells?
How does retinoic acid affect epithelial cells?
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What might be a result of prolonged deficiency of retinoic acid in children?
What might be a result of prolonged deficiency of retinoic acid in children?
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Which is a potential effect of lipid peroxidation in cells?
Which is a potential effect of lipid peroxidation in cells?
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What is a characteristic that differentiates α-tocopherol from other forms of vitamin E?
What is a characteristic that differentiates α-tocopherol from other forms of vitamin E?
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What is a common effect of vitamin E deficiency on blood cells?
What is a common effect of vitamin E deficiency on blood cells?
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Which statement best describes the role of retinoid X receptors?
Which statement best describes the role of retinoid X receptors?
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What is the final product of the vitamin D synthesis process that occurs in the kidneys?
What is the final product of the vitamin D synthesis process that occurs in the kidneys?
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Which vitamin’s synthesis is influenced by parathyroid hormone (PTH) under conditions of hypocalcemia?
Which vitamin’s synthesis is influenced by parathyroid hormone (PTH) under conditions of hypocalcemia?
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What biochemical precursor is converted to vitamin D3 upon UV light exposure?
What biochemical precursor is converted to vitamin D3 upon UV light exposure?
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Which vitamin plays a crucial role in the synthesis of fully functional clotting factors?
Which vitamin plays a crucial role in the synthesis of fully functional clotting factors?
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What regulatory mechanism does increased calcitriol exert on its own synthesis?
What regulatory mechanism does increased calcitriol exert on its own synthesis?
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What condition may arise from an excess of vitamin A in the body?
What condition may arise from an excess of vitamin A in the body?
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Which vitamin is primarily responsible for antioxidant properties in the body?
Which vitamin is primarily responsible for antioxidant properties in the body?
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What role does Vitamin D play in the synthesis of calcium-binding proteins in the gastrointestinal tract?
What role does Vitamin D play in the synthesis of calcium-binding proteins in the gastrointestinal tract?
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Which of the following conditions has been suggested for potential prevention through Vitamin D's antiproliferative effects?
Which of the following conditions has been suggested for potential prevention through Vitamin D's antiproliferative effects?
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What physiological role does vitamin D serve beyond calcium homeostasis?
What physiological role does vitamin D serve beyond calcium homeostasis?
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In the bone, which cellular activity is directly influenced by Vitamin D?
In the bone, which cellular activity is directly influenced by Vitamin D?
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The heterodimeric complex formed by Vitamin D receptor (VDR) and retinoid X receptor (RXR) interacts with which of the following?
The heterodimeric complex formed by Vitamin D receptor (VDR) and retinoid X receptor (RXR) interacts with which of the following?
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Which of the following mechanisms describes how Vitamin D maintains calcium levels in the plasma?
Which of the following mechanisms describes how Vitamin D maintains calcium levels in the plasma?
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Which statement about the health benefits of Vitamin D is correct?
Which statement about the health benefits of Vitamin D is correct?
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Which statement correctly characterizes the steroid thyroid hormone receptor family?
Which statement correctly characterizes the steroid thyroid hormone receptor family?
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What is the net effect of calcitriol in relation to bone mineralization?
What is the net effect of calcitriol in relation to bone mineralization?
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Which of the following conditions can occur due to Vitamin D deficiency?
Which of the following conditions can occur due to Vitamin D deficiency?
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What is the consequence of insufficient Vitamin D on osteoblast function?
What is the consequence of insufficient Vitamin D on osteoblast function?
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Which of the following accurately describes a characteristic of osteomalacia?
Which of the following accurately describes a characteristic of osteomalacia?
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Which factor is least likely to contribute to Vitamin D deficiency?
Which factor is least likely to contribute to Vitamin D deficiency?
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What effect does Vitamin D deficiency have on PTH levels?
What effect does Vitamin D deficiency have on PTH levels?
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What is the primary biologically active form of vitamin D?
What is the primary biologically active form of vitamin D?
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Which hormone stimulates the activation of 1-α-hydroxylase in the kidney?
Which hormone stimulates the activation of 1-α-hydroxylase in the kidney?
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What effect does hypocalcemia have on vitamin D synthesis?
What effect does hypocalcemia have on vitamin D synthesis?
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What consequence can result from excess vitamin A intake?
What consequence can result from excess vitamin A intake?
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Which of the following is NOT a factor that negatively regulates vitamin D synthesis?
Which of the following is NOT a factor that negatively regulates vitamin D synthesis?
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What is the role of 7-dehydrocholesterol in vitamin D synthesis?
What is the role of 7-dehydrocholesterol in vitamin D synthesis?
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What physiological change triggers negative feedback in vitamin D synthesis?
What physiological change triggers negative feedback in vitamin D synthesis?
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Which vitamin is specifically associated with regulating blood clotting mechanisms?
Which vitamin is specifically associated with regulating blood clotting mechanisms?
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What role does Vitamin D play in the gastrointestinal tract?
What role does Vitamin D play in the gastrointestinal tract?
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Which of the following conditions is associated with non-skeletal health benefits of Vitamin D?
Which of the following conditions is associated with non-skeletal health benefits of Vitamin D?
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Which vitamin D receptor action is involved in gene activation?
Which vitamin D receptor action is involved in gene activation?
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Which substance is primarily synthesized by osteoblasts under the influence of calcitriol?
Which substance is primarily synthesized by osteoblasts under the influence of calcitriol?
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What is the primary effect of calcitriol on the kidneys?
What is the primary effect of calcitriol on the kidneys?
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Which component is directly transported into the blood due to the action of calbindin, as induced by Vitamin D?
Which component is directly transported into the blood due to the action of calbindin, as induced by Vitamin D?
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Vitamin D has antiproliferative effects that may contribute to the prevention of which condition?
Vitamin D has antiproliferative effects that may contribute to the prevention of which condition?
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What is the net effect of calcitriol in the plasma concerning calcium levels?
What is the net effect of calcitriol in the plasma concerning calcium levels?
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What is one of the consequences of retinoic acid deficiency related to male physiology?
What is one of the consequences of retinoic acid deficiency related to male physiology?
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What cellular transformation occurs in the corneal epithelium due to retinoic acid deficiency?
What cellular transformation occurs in the corneal epithelium due to retinoic acid deficiency?
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Which statement accurately describes the role of retinoid X receptors?
Which statement accurately describes the role of retinoid X receptors?
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Excessive intake of vitamin A may lead to which of the following conditions during pregnancy?
Excessive intake of vitamin A may lead to which of the following conditions during pregnancy?
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Deficiency in vitamin E can lead to which of the following health issues?
Deficiency in vitamin E can lead to which of the following health issues?
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What is the primary effect of increased bone resorption in osteoporosis?
What is the primary effect of increased bone resorption in osteoporosis?
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What is a major contributor to reactive oxygen species (ROS)-induced injury?
What is a major contributor to reactive oxygen species (ROS)-induced injury?
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Which of the following is a direct consequence of vitamin A deficiency on the visual system?
Which of the following is a direct consequence of vitamin A deficiency on the visual system?
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Which of the following is a primary action of retinoic acid in dermatology?
Which of the following is a primary action of retinoic acid in dermatology?
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What is the effect of light absorption on the state of 11-cis retinal in rod cells?
What is the effect of light absorption on the state of 11-cis retinal in rod cells?
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Which of the following factors does NOT contribute to the risk of developing osteoporosis?
Which of the following factors does NOT contribute to the risk of developing osteoporosis?
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What is the specific biochemical function of vitamin K in the synthesis of coagulation factors?
What is the specific biochemical function of vitamin K in the synthesis of coagulation factors?
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What physiological outcome can result from prolonged deficiency of retinoic acid?
What physiological outcome can result from prolonged deficiency of retinoic acid?
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What intracellular effect occurs when rhodopsin is activated by light in rod cells?
What intracellular effect occurs when rhodopsin is activated by light in rod cells?
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Which statement about vitamin E is correct?
Which statement about vitamin E is correct?
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How does the vitamin A derivative retinal contribute to vision?
How does the vitamin A derivative retinal contribute to vision?
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What condition is primarily associated with vitamin K deficiency in newborns?
What condition is primarily associated with vitamin K deficiency in newborns?
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What is a consequence of impaired glutamate carboxylase activity due to vitamin K deficiency?
What is a consequence of impaired glutamate carboxylase activity due to vitamin K deficiency?
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Which of the following processes decreases during dark adaptation in rod cells?
Which of the following processes decreases during dark adaptation in rod cells?
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What identifies the contribution of β-carotene in the body related to vitamin A?
What identifies the contribution of β-carotene in the body related to vitamin A?
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Which of the following can regenerate vitamin E?
Which of the following can regenerate vitamin E?
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What is a notable risk factor for vitamin K deficiency in an adult patient?
What is a notable risk factor for vitamin K deficiency in an adult patient?
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Which anticoagulant drug directly competes with vitamin K for enzyme binding?
Which anticoagulant drug directly competes with vitamin K for enzyme binding?
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What effect does increased prothrombin time indicate in a patient with vitamin K deficiency?
What effect does increased prothrombin time indicate in a patient with vitamin K deficiency?
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Study Notes
Lipid-Soluble Vitamins
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Vitamin D:
- Important for calcium homeostasis
- Regulates serum calcium levels
- Responds to hypocalcemia
- Precursor is cholesterol
- Converted to cholecalciferol (D3) in the skin via UV light
- Further processed in the liver and kidney to calcitriol (biologically active form)
- Calcitriol maintains calcium levels for bone mineralization
- Deficiency leads to rickets (children) or osteomalacia (adults)
- Also important for non-skeletal health, possibly preventing cancer, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes
- Low Vitamin D levels, are associated with reduced calcium and phosphorous absorption from intestines
- Hypophosphatemia is a common outcome of vitamin D deficiency
- Vitamin D deficiency impairs mineralization of bones.
- Normal plasma levels of 25-(OH)-D is 20–100 ng/mL and is affected by sun exposure, diet, malabsorption disorders, renal diseases, rare genetic disorders and medication side effects
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Vitamin A (Retinol):
- Crucial for vision (retinal in rod and cone cells)
- Regulates growth and development, especially in epithelium
- Precursor is beta-carotene
- Deficiency symptoms: night blindness, corneal epithelial changes, dry eyes, and bronchitis
- Important for mucus production in epithelial cells
- Vitamin A is critical for the development and maintenance of epithelial tissues
- Deficiency of retinal causes night blindness, and deficiency of retinoic acid impairs functions of vitamin D and thyroid hormones
- Deficiency can lead to prolonged deficiency leading to irreversible loss of visual cells
- Excess is a teratogen
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Vitamin K:
- Necessary for blood clotting (carboxylation of coagulation factors)
- Dietary form is phytomenadione (K1)
- Active form (menaquinones, K2) produced by intestinal bacteria
- Deficiency: hemorrhagic conditions, increased prothrombin time, easy bruising
- Important for calcium binding in proteins
- Vitamin K is essential for the synthesis of clotting factors
- Deficiency is associated with fat malabsorption, insufficient intestinal bacteria, or prolonged antibiotic use
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Vitamin E (a-tocopherol):
- Antioxidant
- Protects cell membranes from lipid peroxidation
- Potentially reduces cancer, coronary heart disease, and age-related disorders
- Deficiency may cause hemolytic anemia
- Essential for maintaining the integrity of cell membranes
- Vitamin E is also an antioxidant and a scavenger of free radicals
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Functions of PTH(Parathyroid Hormone):
- Increases calcium absorption in kidneys
- Promotes calcium retention in kidneys
- Stimulates calcitriol formation in kidneys
- Increases bone degradation
- Important for calcium homeostasis
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Functions of calcitriol:
- Regulates calcium absorption in GI tract
- Increases calcium and phosphate absorption in intestines
- Resorption of calcium in kidneys
- Bone mineralization
- Regulation of calcium, phosphate, and bone metabolism
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Vitamin D Deficiency:
- Normal plasma levels of 25-(OH)-D is 20–100 ng/mL
- Caused by limited sun exposure, diet , malabsorption, renal issues, or genetic disorders.
- Can lead to impaired bone mineralization
- Leads to rickets (children) and osteomalacia (adults)
- Deficiency can be associated with osteomalacia.
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Vitamin A Deficiency, Excess of Vitamin A:
- The deficiency of retinal causes night blindness, and deficiency of retinoic acid impairs functions of vitamin D and thyroid hormones. Overdose presents teratogenic effects
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Vitamin K Deficiency:
- Caused by fat malabsorption, insufficient intestinal bacteria, or prolonged antibiotic use.
- Leads to decreased clotting factor function, increased prothrombin time, and easy bruising
- Can cause abnormal bleeding, especially in newborns (hemorrhagic disease of the newborn).
- Deficiency can cause significant clotting issues and easy bruising
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Regulation of Vitamin D synthesis:
- Hypocalcemia stimulates PTH secretion.
- PTH stimulates 1a-hydroxylase in the kidneys.
- Increased calcitriol production downregulates its own synthesis via negative feedback
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Osteoporosis:
- Bone resorption exceeds formation.
- Decreased bone mass
- Reduced estrogen, vitamin D, and calcium often contribute.
- Also affected by gender, race, and genetics
Mechanisms of Steroid Hormone Action
- Steroid and thyroid hormones can pass through plasma membrane.
- These hormones bind to intracellular receptors in the cytoplasm or nucleus
- This affects gene transcription (regulates expression).
Intracellular Receptors
- Steroid Hormone Receptor Family: GR, MR, AR, PR
- Thyroid Hormone Receptor Family: TR, RAR, RXR, ER, PPAR, and VDR
Vitamin D Receptor (VDR)
- Activation: Calcitriol binds to VDR; complex binds to VDRE in target genes
- Outcome: Regulates cellular processes, including gene transcription
- Impact: Vital for bone mineralization, calcium homeostasis, and other processes
Lipid free radicals and lipid peroxides
- Free-radical chain reactions involving oxygen radicals, leading to lipid peroxidation (damaging membranes)
- Vitamin E acts as antioxidant, neutralizing free radicals
- Antioxidants prevent cell damage
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Explore the essential functions of lipid-soluble vitamins, including Vitamin D, A, and K. Understand their roles in calcium homeostasis, vision, and blood clotting. This quiz also touches on the consequences of deficiencies and their broader health implications.