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What is the main function of folate in the body?
What is the main function of folate in the body?
- Carries 1C units for transfers in purine and pyrimidine synthesis (correct)
- Involved in the synthesis of glycoproteins
- Carries methyl groups in mammalian metabolism
- conversions of homocysteine to methionine only
Which of the following is NOT a common cause of folate deficiency?
Which of the following is NOT a common cause of folate deficiency?
- Malabsorption
- Long-term antibiotic therapy
- Oral contraceptives
- Vegan diet (correct)
What is the name of the disease characterized by the lack of intrinsic factor, leading to vitamin B12 deficiency?
What is the name of the disease characterized by the lack of intrinsic factor, leading to vitamin B12 deficiency?
- Megaloblastic anemia
- Pernicious anemia (correct)
- Tropical sprue
- Crohn's disease
What is the name of the enzyme that is dependent on vitamin B12 and is involved in the conversion of homocysteine to methionine?
What is the name of the enzyme that is dependent on vitamin B12 and is involved in the conversion of homocysteine to methionine?
What is the name of the condition characterized by large, immature erythrocytes due to insufficient thymidylate for purine and pyrimidine synthesis?
What is the name of the condition characterized by large, immature erythrocytes due to insufficient thymidylate for purine and pyrimidine synthesis?
What is the primary reason why individuals who consume high protein diets do not require niacin supplements?
What is the primary reason why individuals who consume high protein diets do not require niacin supplements?
What is the primary function of pyridoxal phosphate in the body?
What is the primary function of pyridoxal phosphate in the body?
What is the primary source of biotin in the normal human diet?
What is the primary source of biotin in the normal human diet?
What is the primary consequence of isoniazid treatment on pyridoxine metabolism?
What is the primary consequence of isoniazid treatment on pyridoxine metabolism?
What is a potential consequence of taking high doses of pyridoxine supplements?
What is a potential consequence of taking high doses of pyridoxine supplements?
