Selenium in Plants and Soil
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What is the primary role of CYP3A4 and CYP3A5 in the intestines and liver?

  • Systemic clearance and first-pass metabolism of gefitinib (correct)
  • Detoxification by minimizing the toxic action of heavy metals
  • Induction of herbal medicines, leading to a decrease in gefitinib concentrations
  • Antioxidant properties, protecting cells from deformation
  • What is the effect of selenium deficiency on the body?

  • Immune system stimulatory properties
  • Increased excretion of organic and inorganic forms of arsenic
  • Reduced accumulation of arsenic in the liver and prevention of skin disorders
  • Accumulation of arsenic in the liver and skin, lung, and heart disorders (correct)
  • What is the recommended dose of selenium for adults?

  • One tablet up to three times daily, preferably with meals
  • Two tablets up to three times daily, preferably with snacks
  • Two tablets up to two times daily, preferably with breakfast
  • One tablet up to two times daily, preferably with meals (correct)
  • Why is selenium particularly important for patients with renal diseases?

    <p>Due to lower plasma selenium levels and glutathione peroxidase activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of selenium on the fetus during pregnancy?

    <p>It crosses the placental barrier, entering the fetus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the mechanisms by which selenium acts as a detoxifying agent?

    <p>By minimizing the toxic action of heavy metals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what form does selenium mainly exist in plants?

    <p>Organic form</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can reduce selenium bioavailability to plants?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main product of selenium conversion in cereals and forage crops?

    <p>Selenomethionine (SeMet)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do antioxidants neutralize free radicals?

    <p>By accepting or donating electrons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to antioxidants after they react with free radicals?

    <p>They are terminated by other mechanisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of selenium yeast?

    <p>To incorporate selenium into protein in competition with methionine</p> Signup and view all the answers

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