Quick Biochemistry - Vitamins (Section 8)

  • 1
    What substance does Gammaxine interact with as an antimetabolite?
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    (D)
    Inositol
  • 2
    A lack of pyridoxine can cause seizures because it is essential for the production of
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    (A)
    GABA
  • 3
    Which of the following compounds do sulfa drugs act against as antimetabolites?
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    (A)
    PABA
  • 4
    What abnormal metabolite is linked to the neurological symptoms of pernicious anemia?
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    (B)
    Methyl malonic acid
  • 5
    Choline is not needed in the creation of
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    (D)
    Cholic acid
  • 6
    Treatment with Isonicotinic acid hydrazide for tuberculosis can result in a shortage of
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    (B)
    Pyridoxin
  • 7
    Which of the following is a steroidal prohormone?
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    (C)
    Vitamin D
  • 8
    What medical condition is caused by a folate deficiency?
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    (A)
    Megaloblastic anemia
  • 9
    A lack of iron results in which of the following?
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    (D)
    Hypochromic microcytic anemia
  • 10
    Which vitamin is a corrinoid coenzyme?
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    (B)
    Vitamin B12
  • 11
    What are the initial binding proteins for Vitamin B₁₂ called?
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    (B)
    R-proteins
  • 12
    Which of the following is considered the extrinsic factor in Castle's intrinsic factor?
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    (A)
    Vitamin B12
  • 13
    What is the name of the intrinsic factor in Castle's intrinsic factor?
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    (B)
    Glycoprotein
  • 14
    What is the most fitting synonym for the term 'pernicious'?
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    (B)
    Dangerous
  • 15
    What is essential for reducing D-ribonucleotides to D-deoxy ribonucleotides in prokaryotes?
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    (A)
    5, 6 dimethyl benzimindazole cobamide
  • 16
    Which vitamin is known for its role in preventing or treating rickets?
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    (B)
    Vitamin D
  • 17
    Which vitamin deficiency is most closely associated with angular stomatitis?
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    (A)
    Ariboflavinosis
  • 18
    Vitamin K primarily functions as a cofactor for which process?
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    (A)
    Carboxylase for the formation of y-carboxy glûtamate
  • 19
    Which substance, when administered, extends prothrombin time?
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    (B)
    Dicoumarol
  • 20
    Which vitamin is known for its antioxidant properties?
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    (C)
    Vitamin E
  • 21
    Which vitamin is easily degraded by light?
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    (B)
    Riboflavin
  • 22
    A significant lack of which nutrient is linked to convulsive episodes?
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    (A)
    Pyridoxine
  • 23
    Increased calcium deposits in tissues is a characteristic of excessive intake of which vitamin?
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    (C)
    D
  • 24
    Which substance counteracts the effects of para-aminobenzoic acid?
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    (C)
    Sulphanomides
  • 25
    What condition is associated with a severe lack of pantothenic acid in humans?
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    (A)
    Burning feet syndrome
  • 26
    From which substance is Vitamin D produced?
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    (B)
    Vitamin D
  • 27
    Which vitamin acts as a strong protector against oxidative damage, supporting Vitamin A?
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    (B)
    Vitamin E
  • 28
    In individuals with kidney-related bone softening, which step in Vitamin D processing is impaired?
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    (B)
    1
  • 29
    Which of the following compounds does NOT contain phosphorus?
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    (A)
    Riboflavin
  • 30
    What vitamin is found in rice-polishings?
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    (C)
    Thiamine
  • 31
    In what condition does a buildup in the blood of a certain acid related to carbohydrate metabolism occur?
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    (C)
    Pyruvic acid
  • 32
    Which of the following are characteristics of pellagra?
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    (D)
    Diarrhea, Dermatitis and dementia
  • 33
    A deficiency of pyridoxine is most likely to cause which type of anemia?
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    (C)
    Hypochromic microcytic anemia
  • 34
    What is a notable eye condition associated with riboflavin deficiency?
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    (C)
    Vascularisation of the cornea
  • 35
    Which substance is known to interfere with the function of folic acid?
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    (A)
    Aminopterin
  • 36
    Which chemical class does thiamine belong to?
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    (D)
    Pyrimidine base
  • 37
    What substance acts as an antagonist to para-aminobenzoic acid?
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    (D)
    Sulphanomides
  • 38
    Which of the listed B vitamins contains sulfur in its molecular structure?
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    (A)
    Thiamine
  • 39
    Which of the following medical conditions might present with taurinuria?
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    (A)
    Pernicious anemia
  • 40
    Which set of three vitamins plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy nerve function?
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    (D)
    Thiamine, Pyridoxin, Vitamin B12
  • 41
    Which food is a significant provider of Vitamin C?
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    (D)
    Lemon
  • 42
    Which of these vitamins assists enzymes in transamination reactions?
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    (B)
    Pyridoxine
  • 43
    A lack of which vitamin is associated with methylmalonic aciduria?
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    (D)
    Vitamin B12
  • 44
    Individuals with pernicious anemia may have elevated levels of what substance in their urine?
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    (A)
    Methyl malonic acid
  • 45
    Which vitamin plays a role in fertility?
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    (C)
    Vitamin E
  • 46
    Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of biotin deficiency?
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    (B)
    Anaemia
  • 47
    A lack of thiamine can cause which of the following conditions?
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    (A)
    Beri beri
  • 48
    A lack of Vitamin D contributes to which of the following conditions?
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    (D)
    Both (A) and (B)
  • 49
    Which vitamin has shown potential benefits in the fight against cancer?
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    (A)
    A
  • 50
    Excessive intake of Vitamin A can cause damage to which cellular structure?
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    (C)
    Lysosomes