Milk Fortification and Vitamin C Roles

What is the purpose of adding Ca2+ to formula?

To ensure the adequate daily Ca2+ supply to neonates and babies

What is the result of a positive iron test?

Milk is fortified with iron

What is the role of vitamin C in the growth of epithelial cells?

Growth promoter

What is the role of Ca2+ in the body?

Bone and teeth development, clotting, muscle contractions, and nerve transmission Signup and view all the answers

Why is iron not needed in infants before 4 months?

Because excess RBCs are produced during intrauterine life Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the iron test?

To determine if the milk is fortified with iron Signup and view all the answers

What is the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA)?

The average daily level of intake sufficient to meet the nutrient requirements of nearly all healthy individuals Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of adding KI to the test sample for vitamin C?

To act as a reducing agent Signup and view all the answers

What is the form of iron used in fortified milk formula?

Ferrous Fe+2 salt Signup and view all the answers

Why is Ca2+ quantitative assay necessary?

To ensure that the volume of daily milk intake contains the sufficient amount of Ca2+ to fulfil the RDA Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the green color in the test for vitamin C?

Indicates the presence of vitamin C Signup and view all the answers

Why is iron fortified milk formula necessary for infants above 4 months?

Because they need iron for growth and development Signup and view all the answers

What is the principle of complexometric titration in determining calcium?

Formation of a complex and subsequent change in color Signup and view all the answers

What is the molarity of the EDTA titrant used in the complexometric titration of calcium?

0.01 M Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of murexide indicator in the complexometric titration of calcium?

To indicate the endpoint of the titration Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula used to calculate the concentration of calcium in the sample?

Conc of Ca+2 = Ep x f x F x 100 Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended daily intake of calcium for a 6-month-old baby?

200 mg/day Signup and view all the answers

What is the volume of daily feeds required to fulfill the RDA of calcium for a 6-month-old baby?

960 mL Signup and view all the answers