Gut Microbiome Flashcards
1
Q
Name 3 SCFAs made by gut flora and their role
A
Acetate - cholesterol metabolism
Propionate - regulation of satiety
Butyrate - energy source for colonocytes/ regulation of gut environment
2
Q
Give 3 conditions FMT can be used to treat.
A
Psuedomembranous colitis
IBD (symptoms)
C diff infection
3
Q
Give four routes of admin for FMT.
A
NG/ Duodenal tubes
Upper GI endoscopy
Colonoscopy
Caecum transplant
