Explain why serum proteins reflect liver status and explain what ...

[saliriagwu]

Explain why serum proteins reflect liver status and explain what other factors also influence these values.

Question 2

Which of the following statements is true regarding the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs)?
 A) They are based on a 2000-Calorie diet.
  B) They are set at minimum levels to prevent deficiency.
  C) They are established for each gender.
  D) They are specific for age groups.
  E) Both C and D are true.

[pallen55]

Answer to Question 1

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 to stress by increasing its synthesis of some proteins and reducing the synthesis of others. Values may also be 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 in order to evaluate nutrition status.

Answer to Question 2

E

[saliriagwu]

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