Sodium Flashcards
1
Q
What is sodium important for?
A
growth, lactation, exercise
2
Q
What is the extracellular concentration/plasma of Na?
A
130-152 mEQ/L
3
Q
What is the intracellular concentration of Na?
A
13-15 mEQ/L
4
Q
What is a dietary source of sodium?
A
milk, meat, and eggs
5
Q
What are synthetic sources of sodium?
A
salt, sodium bicarbonate, sodium carbonate, monosodium phosphate
6
Q
True or False: More than 90% of diet Na is absorbed
A
True
7
Q
What does salt deficiency lead to?
A
Pica
8
Q
What do animals with pica do?
A
seek salt, lick urine off of the floor, chew on anything, poor growth and productivity
