Manganese and Molybdenum Flashcards
T/F manganese is a trace mineral
True
What are food sources of manganese
Plant based foods, whole grains, nuts, coffee, tea, oysters/mussels/clams
What is the AI of manganese. units
mg/day
How is manganese absorbed
SI through active transport
T/F simple diffusion for manganese absorption is used when intakes are high
True
What mineral is inversely associated with manganese absorption
Iron
Where is manganese stored
Bone, liver, pancreas, kidney and brain.
What is the function of manganese
Cofactor for enzymes in body
T/F manganese is needed for SOD reactions
True
Are there any biochemical or physical assessments for manganese
Difficult to assess via plasma/serum concentrations
No physical assessments
T/F manganese deficiency is rare
True
What are symptoms of manganese deficiency
Bone loss, poor growth in children, skin rash, hair depigmentation, impaired CHO and lipid metabolism, altered mood and increased premenstrual pain in women
What groups has manganese toxicity been reported in
Children with long-term TPN
Industrial inhalation
What groups are at risk for a manganese toxicity
People with chronic liver disease
What is the UL for manganese. Units
mg/day
