Vitamin B3 Deficiency and Pellagra Symptoms

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What is a common manifestation of Vitamin B1 deficiency?

Xerophthalmia

Glossitis

Polyneuritis (correct)

Dermatitis

Beriberi is a disease caused by a deficiency of which vitamin?

Vitamin B9 (Folate)

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin)

Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) (correct)

Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome is a neurological disorder caused by a deficiency of which vitamin?

Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) (correct)

Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin)

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

Which of the following is a function of Vitamin B2?

Coenzyme in energy metabolism Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of Niacin?

Increases high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin is often deficient in vegetarian and vegan diets?

Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of pellagra?

Deficiency of vitamin B3 Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the rash associated with pellagra?

Casal's necklace Signup and view all the answers

What is the treatment for Hartnup disease?

High-protein diet and nicotinic acid Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of vitamin B5 in the body?

Component of coenzyme A Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of vitamin B3 overdose?

Podagra Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of taking aspirin before taking niacin?

Reduces facial flushing Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary effect of a deficiency in vitamin B7?

Dermatitis and enteritis Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of vitamin B7 in enzymatic reactions?

Carboxylation reactions Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary source of vitamin B9 in the human body?

Gut microbiota Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of vitamin B9 in the body?

One-carbon transfer/methylation reactions Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary location of vitamin B9 storage in the body?

Liver Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary site of vitamin B9 absorption?

Jejunum Signup and view all the answers