MTHFR Gene Mutation Flashcards
1
Q
MTHFR gene encodes an enzyme called methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase which plays a crucial role in the metabolism of
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Folate B9 and homocysteine
2
Q
vitamin B12 requires the active form of folate to be absorbed by the body, as a result a folate deficiency can lead to ____ deficiency
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vitamin b12
3
Q
if patient has MTHFR mutation what should you encourage your patient to take?
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folate supplementation and B12
4
Q
Folate intake foods: (5)
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leafy greens, beans, lentils, citrus fruits, fortified cereals
5
Q
Folate is essential for what?
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DNA synthesis & repain
6
Q
remember supplementation folate comes before b12 because
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b12 deficiency is in response to the folate deficiency
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