Author Question: Maria, a five-month-old infant, is diagnosed with the deficiency of arachidonic acid. The doctor ... (Read 65 times)

amal · **on:** Aug 20, 2018

Maria, a five-month-old infant, is diagnosed with the deficiency of arachidonic acid. The doctor advises that Maria be fed breast milk, which is rich in arachidonic acid. This fatty acid, however, is not consumed by adults as it can be synthesized in their bodies itself. In this scenario, arachidonic acid is a(n):
A) nonessential fatty acid.
B) conditionally nonessential fatty acid.
C) essential fatty acid that can only be consumed through the diet.
D) conditionally essential fatty acid during infancy.

Question 2

Identify an effect of omega-6 (-6 ) eicosanoids.
A) They stimulate blood clot formation.
B) They relax blood vessel walls.
C) They reduce inflammation.
D) They reduce blood pressure.