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james9437

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Explain why serum proteins are used as part of biochemical assessment measurements and list three examples.

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What statement best describes the vitamin D status of vegetarians?
 A) The requirement for vitamin D is small and it only comes from animal proteins.
  B) Vegetarians are at risk of vitamin D deficiency when they do not drink milk.
  C) Vegetarians are not usually deficient in vitamin D, but vegan dieters are.
  D) The vitamin D status of vegetarians is similar to that of nonvegetarians.



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Serum protein levels can aid in the assessment of protein-energy status, but the levels may fluctuate for other reasons as well. Because serum proteins are synthesized in the liver, blood levels of these proteins can reflect liver function. Metabolic stress alters serum proteins because the liver responds by increasing its synthesis of some proteins and reducing the synthesis of others. Values are also influenced by hydration status, pregnancy, kidney function, zinc status, blood loss, and some medications. Because serum proteins are affected by so many factors, their values must be considered along with other data to evaluate health and nutrition status. Examples of serum proteins that might be measured include albumin, transferrin, and retinol-binding protein.

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james9437

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Reply 2 on: Aug 21, 2018
Wow, this really help


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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