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What is the primary function of Gla proteins?
What is the primary function of Gla proteins?
- To trap calcium ions (correct)
- To break down fats in the digestive system
- To transport oxygen in the blood
- To regulate blood sugar levels
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a cause for vitamin K deficiency?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a cause for vitamin K deficiency?
- Excessive alcohol consumption (correct)
- Obstructive jaundice
- Malabsorption syndrome
- Prolonged antibiotic treatment
What is the reason for vitamin K deficiency in newborns, particularly premature ones?
What is the reason for vitamin K deficiency in newborns, particularly premature ones?
- Their mothers' milk does not contain sufficient amounts of vitamin K
- Their gut is sterile and lacks the necessary intestinal flora for vitamin K production
- Their livers are not fully developed to produce vitamin K
- Both A and C (correct)
What is the effect of anticonvulsant treatment on vitamin K absorption?
What is the effect of anticonvulsant treatment on vitamin K absorption?
What is the primary difference between vitamin K and vitamin C deficiencies in terms of their effects on blood clotting?
What is the primary difference between vitamin K and vitamin C deficiencies in terms of their effects on blood clotting?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a Gla protein in the text?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a Gla protein in the text?
What is the role of bile salts in the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins like vitamin K?
What is the role of bile salts in the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins like vitamin K?
What is the consequence of prolonged antibiotic treatment on vitamin K levels?
What is the consequence of prolonged antibiotic treatment on vitamin K levels?
Which of the following is NOT a manifestation of vitamin K deficiency mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a manifestation of vitamin K deficiency mentioned in the text?
What is the chemical symbol for potassium?
What is the chemical symbol for potassium?
What is the primary consequence of impaired synthesis of calcitriol mentioned in the text?
What is the primary consequence of impaired synthesis of calcitriol mentioned in the text?
What is the underlying cause of the vitamin D deficiency mentioned in the text?
What is the underlying cause of the vitamin D deficiency mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is a potential consequence of the vitamin D deficiency mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is a potential consequence of the vitamin D deficiency mentioned in the text?
What is the primary role of calcitriol in the body?
What is the primary role of calcitriol in the body?
Which of the following is a potential cause of the impaired synthesis of calcitriol mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is a potential cause of the impaired synthesis of calcitriol mentioned in the text?
What is the primary function of vitamin D in the body?
What is the primary function of vitamin D in the body?
Which of the following is a common symptom of vitamin D deficiency?
Which of the following is a common symptom of vitamin D deficiency?
What is the role of the kidneys in the synthesis of calcitriol?
What is the role of the kidneys in the synthesis of calcitriol?
How does impaired synthesis of calcitriol affect calcium and phosphate homeostasis?
How does impaired synthesis of calcitriol affect calcium and phosphate homeostasis?
What is the primary role of vitamin D in bone health?
What is the primary role of vitamin D in bone health?
Which of the following is a potential symptom associated with gum hyperplasia?
Which of the following is a potential symptom associated with gum hyperplasia?
How does inflammation contribute to poor wound healing as mentioned in the text?
How does inflammation contribute to poor wound healing as mentioned in the text?
What is a potential consequence of skeletal deformity mentioned in relation to the conditions described?
What is a potential consequence of skeletal deformity mentioned in relation to the conditions described?
How does gum hyperplasia potentially affect dental health?
How does gum hyperplasia potentially affect dental health?
In what way may poor wound healing impact overall health?
In what way may poor wound healing impact overall health?
What effect might inflammation have on the body's response to injuries?
What effect might inflammation have on the body's response to injuries?
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