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Vitamin K Functions and Types

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What is the principal role of vitamin K in the body?

To assist in the posttranslational modification of blood clotting factors (correct)

To serve as an antioxidant

To regulate calcium levels in the bones

To promote cell growth and repair

Which form of vitamin K is found in plants?

Phylloquinone (correct)

Menaquinone

Ergocalciferol

Menadione

Which blood clotting factor is NOT influenced by vitamin K?

Factor X

Factor VII

Factor V (correct)

Factor II

Where is menaquinone primarily found?

<p>In intestinal bacterial flora</p> Signup and view all the answers

What synthetic form of vitamin K is available for use?

<p>Menadione</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vitamin K Forms

Vitamin K exists in multiple forms
Phylloquinone (Vitamin K1) is found in plants
Menaquinone (Vitamin K2) is found in intestinal bacterial flora
Menadione is a synthetic form of vitamin K

Function of Vitamin K

Vitamin K is a coenzyme in the posttranslational modification of blood clotting factors
It is required for the carboxylation of certain glutamic acid residues in these proteins
Vitamin K is necessary for the hepatic synthesis of prothrombin and blood clotting factors II, VII, IX, and X
It aids in the formation of γ-carboxyglutamate (Gla)

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Learn about the role of vitamin K in blood clotting, its different forms, and their sources. Discover the functions of vitamin K and its importance in the body.