B12/ Folate Flashcards
1
Q
why are B12 and folate important?
A
cofactors for nuclear maturation
2
Q
where is B12 absorbed
A
ilieum
3
Q
where is folate absorbed
A
jejunum
4
Q
where do yo get b12 from
A
eggs and meat
5
Q
where do you get folate from
A
leafy veg
6
Q
name some causes of B 12 deficiency
A
vegan PPI/ H2 antagonist gastrectomy crohns coeliac chronic pancreatitis
7
Q
name some causes of folate deficiency
A
not eating enough pregnancy anti convulsants haemolysis malignancy malabsorption
8
Q
signs common to both?
A
signs of anaemia weight loss diarhhoea infertility jaundice sore tongue
9
Q
neuro signs from B12 deficiency
A
pins and needles loss sensation stiff arms and legs wobbly gait dementia
