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What is a primary function of major minerals in the body?
What is a primary function of major minerals in the body?
Which hormone is NOT involved in calcium homeostasis?
Which hormone is NOT involved in calcium homeostasis?
Calcium absorption can be inhibited by which of the following?
Calcium absorption can be inhibited by which of the following?
What is the recommended daily intake of calcium for adults?
What is the recommended daily intake of calcium for adults?
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Which method is considered most reliable for assessing calcium status in the body?
Which method is considered most reliable for assessing calcium status in the body?
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Which source is NOT a natural source of phosphorus?
Which source is NOT a natural source of phosphorus?
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NPT2b is primarily involved in phosphorus absorption in which part of the body?
NPT2b is primarily involved in phosphorus absorption in which part of the body?
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What is the estimated percentage of dietary phosphorus absorbed in adults?
What is the estimated percentage of dietary phosphorus absorbed in adults?
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What is the main anion in cells that also contributes to energy metabolism?
What is the main anion in cells that also contributes to energy metabolism?
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Which hormone negatively regulates serum phosphorus levels?
Which hormone negatively regulates serum phosphorus levels?
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Where in the kidneys is the bulk of filtered phosphate reabsorbed?
Where in the kidneys is the bulk of filtered phosphate reabsorbed?
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Which condition is characterized by elevated blood pressure and proteinuria during pregnancy?
Which condition is characterized by elevated blood pressure and proteinuria during pregnancy?
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In individuals with magnesium deficiency, what other mineral levels are typically low?
In individuals with magnesium deficiency, what other mineral levels are typically low?
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Which of the following best describes the role of magnesium in cardiovascular health?
Which of the following best describes the role of magnesium in cardiovascular health?
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What is the typical effect of high phosphorus diets in individuals with renal compromise?
What is the typical effect of high phosphorus diets in individuals with renal compromise?
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Which disorder is suggested to have a possible risk factor in magnesium deficiency?
Which disorder is suggested to have a possible risk factor in magnesium deficiency?
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Which form of phosphorus is primarily present in the blood after absorption?
Which form of phosphorus is primarily present in the blood after absorption?
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What effect does high-dose IV magnesium sulfate have in preeclampsia-eclampsia treatment?
What effect does high-dose IV magnesium sulfate have in preeclampsia-eclampsia treatment?
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What is the primary mechanism for intestinal absorption of phosphorus in adults?
What is the primary mechanism for intestinal absorption of phosphorus in adults?
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Study Notes
Minerals in the Body
- Minerals represent ~4% of total body weight
- Involved in osmotic properties of body fluids, bone structure, and body processes
- Classified as major (macrominerals) or minor (microminerals)
- Major minerals (Ca, P, Mg, Na, K, Cl, S) crucial for bone mineralization, nerve transmission, muscle contraction, blood clotting, enzyme regulation, and membrane permeability
- Good food sources of calcium include milk, cheese, yogurt, fortified cereals.
- Calcium absorption affected by factors like oxalates, phytic acid, and certain nutrients
- Hormones (vitamin D, PTH, calcitonin) regulate calcium homeostasis (levels) and affect bone calcium, renal reabsorption, and intestinal absorption
- Calcium intake recommendations: 1000-1200 mg/day for adults; upper limit of 2000-2500 mg to prevent toxicity
- Deficiency can lead to muscle tetany, osteopenia, osteoporosis
- Assessing calcium status primarily through bone densitometry (DEXA scans)
- Phosphorus (second most abundant inorganic element) found in meat, fish, dairy, nuts, legumes, cereals
- Combined with other elements to form compounds, like PO42-
- Phosphorous absorption regulated by NPT2a, NPT2b, NPT2c. NPT2b is primarily located in the small intestine. NPT2a and NPT2c are located in the kidneys.
- Absorption controlled by calcitriol and other regulatory hormones
- Phosphorus released from phospholipids through phospholipase C
- Primarily absorbed passively in small intestine; some via NPT2b in the ileum
Phosphorus Absorption and Regulation
- Most dietary phosphorus absorbed passively in the small intestine (65-90% in infants/children; 55-80% in adults)
- Absorbed quickly into the blood;
- Primary form: HPO42-
- Approximately 85% of phosphorus stored in the skeleton
- Most phosphorus excreted in urine, small amount in feces
- Regulation of serum/blood phosphorus influenced by PTH and FGF23.
- Positively influenced by calcitriol
- Kidney plays a significant role in phosphorus homeostasis
- 85-90% of circulating phosphorus reabsorbed daily, under normal conditions, urinary phosphorus equals absorbed phosphorus
Magnesium Function and Deficiency
- Involved in many bodily functions, contributing to cell structures and energy metabolism, second messenger signaling, and maintaining acid-base balance
- Foods high in magnesium include fruits, vegetables, whole grains
- Deficiency may contribute to various issues: low PTH, neurological and muscular problems (like tremors and spasms), loss of appetite, nausea, etc.
- High magnesium doses effective for low magnesium level individuals.
Cardiovascular Disease and Magnesium
- Some studies suggest an inverse relationship between circulating magnesium levels and cardiovascular risk factors like coronary heart disease, hypertension, and type 2 diabetes
- May help in improving endothelial function.
Preeclampsia/Eclampsia and Magnesium
- High-dose IV magnesium sulfate (MgSO4) used as a preventive and treatment measure during/related to preeclampsia-eclampsia.
- believed to relieve cerebral blood vessel spasm and act as a vasodilator
- protects the blood-brain barrier
Other Disorders and Magnesium
- Epidemiological studies have linked magnesium deficiency and osteoporosis, but the specific relationship remains unclear
- Some studies suggest potential interaction between magnesium and vitamin D in bone health in older adults
- May have benefits for certain types of migraines, asthma, but limited data available regarding long-term use for chronic conditions.
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This quiz explores the role of minerals in the human body, emphasizing their importance in bone health and various bodily functions. Learn about the classification of minerals, major and minor types, and the factors affecting mineral absorption and recommendations for intake. Test your knowledge on how these elements contribute to overall health and well-being.
