Role of Glutamine in the Body

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What is the primary source of glutamine in the body?

Liver

Skeletal muscles (correct)

Kidneys

GI tract

Which organs readily utilize glutamine?

Brain

Pancreas

Liver

Immune system (correct)

Why should glutamine be considered a conditionally essential amino acid?

It plays a vital role in GI health and immune function (correct)

It is a precursor for neurotransmitter production

It is crucial for muscle growth

It helps in maintaining blood sugar levels

In what condition is oral ingestion of glutamine useful?

Mucositis Signup and view all the answers

What is a notable health benefit associated with glutamine consumption?

Support for gastrointestinal health Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of low plasma levels of glutamine?

Risk of overtraining Signup and view all the answers

Why is the GI tract considered the largest consumer of glutamine in the body?

As a result of its influence on cellular proliferation and differentiation Signup and view all the answers

What role does glutamine play in treating mucositis?

Treating inflammation of the mucous membranes Signup and view all the answers

How does suboptimal dietary intake of glutamine affect the GI tract?

Causes atrophic changes such as ulceration and necrosis Signup and view all the answers

Why is glutamine considered a conditionally essential amino acid?

It can be synthesized by the body when needed Signup and view all the answers

How does glutamine supplementation help patients undergoing chemotherapy and radiation therapy?

Prevents GI toxicity Signup and view all the answers

Why are patients undergoing chemotherapy at an increased risk of developing GI problems?

Chemo targets rapidly dividing GI cells Signup and view all the answers

Why is glutamine supplementation considered a highly cost-effective treatment for cancer patients undergoing therapy?

To reduce the development of mucositis Signup and view all the answers

What role does glutamine play in immune function during periods of physical stress?

Enhances lymphocyte function Signup and view all the answers

How does the body utilize glutamine in terms of nitrogen and carbon?

The body sports nitrogen and carbon using glutamine Signup and view all the answers

According to the 'glutamine hypothesis,' what happens when muscular cells are under intense physical stress?

The demand for glutamine increases in the muscle and other organs Signup and view all the answers

Why does the liver and kidneys readily utilize glutamine?

To promote immune system function Signup and view all the answers

During times of unusual stress, which cells preferentially utilize glutamine, similar to GI cells?

Lymphocytes Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a function of glutamine in the body?

Supporting cardiovascular health Signup and view all the answers

How does reduced levels of glutamine in plasma affect immune function during muscular overuse?

Leaves the lymphoid system in a state of relative glutamine scarcity Signup and view all the answers

Why is glutamine considered a conditionally essential amino acid?

Because the body cannot synthesize it during certain conditions Signup and view all the answers

How does glutamine supplementation help cancer patients with oral mucositis?

By reducing the severity of mouth pain Signup and view all the answers

Role of Glutamine in the Body

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Questions and Answers

What is the primary source of glutamine in the body?

Which organs readily utilize glutamine?

Why should glutamine be considered a conditionally essential amino acid?

In what condition is oral ingestion of glutamine useful?

What is a notable health benefit associated with glutamine consumption?

What is the consequence of low plasma levels of glutamine?

Why is the GI tract considered the largest consumer of glutamine in the body?

What role does glutamine play in treating mucositis?

How does suboptimal dietary intake of glutamine affect the GI tract?

Why is glutamine considered a conditionally essential amino acid?

How does glutamine supplementation help patients undergoing chemotherapy and radiation therapy?

Why are patients undergoing chemotherapy at an increased risk of developing GI problems?

Why is glutamine supplementation considered a highly cost-effective treatment for cancer patients undergoing therapy?

What role does glutamine play in immune function during periods of physical stress?

How does the body utilize glutamine in terms of nitrogen and carbon?

According to the 'glutamine hypothesis,' what happens when muscular cells are under intense physical stress?

Why does the liver and kidneys readily utilize glutamine?

During times of unusual stress, which cells preferentially utilize glutamine, similar to GI cells?

Which of the following is NOT a function of glutamine in the body?

How does reduced levels of glutamine in plasma affect immune function during muscular overuse?

Why is glutamine considered a conditionally essential amino acid?

How does glutamine supplementation help cancer patients with oral mucositis?

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