Questions and Answers
What is the main metabolic function of retinol?
Formation and integrity of epithelia and mucous membranes
Which of the following sources can contribute to retinol deficiency?
Cereal grains and meat
What is the precursor for active retinol during absorption through the gut wall?
Beta carotene
In which animals does the ability to convert beta carotene to active retinol vary with age, breed, and health?
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What are potential problems associated with retinol deficiency in cats?
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Which of the following can result from excess fish liver (oil) intake in dogs/cats?
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What is the primary source of vitamin D for most animals?
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What is the consequence of vitamin D deficiency in young growing animals?
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Which vitamin is essential for protecting cells from oxidative damage caused by free radicals?
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What is the primary source of Vitamin E in the diet of animals?
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Which vitamin is important for the normal clotting of blood, bone, and kidney function?
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What is the consequence of tocopherol (Vitamin E) deficiency in horses?
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