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Themember4

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What is the relationship between copper and iron?

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What functional role does iron play in the body?


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isabelt_18

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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

 Copper and iron have many similarities in terms of food sources, absorption, and functions
 Iron and copper compete for the same transport proteins in enterocyte cell membranes

Answer to Question 2

Iron affects:
 the blood's ability to transport oxygen
 cognitive development in infants and children
 intellectual performance
 pregnancy outcome
Iron is also important for optimal immune function and body temperature regulation.


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