Vit B12 Flashcards
1
Q
What are the sources of Vitamin B12?
A
Eggs, Milk, Cheese, Meat
2
Q
What are the functions of Vitamin B12?
A
Involved with folic acid + iron to make RBCs. Metabolism of fatty acids to produce energy. Helps metabolism of folic acid, stops spina bifida. Maintains myelin sheath - allows nerve impulses.
3
Q
What are the deficiencies associated with Vitamin B12?
A
Pernicious anemia: Eyes turn yellow, fatigue + tired. Fatty acid not broken down to release energy = tired. Increase in NTDs - spina bifida. Myelin sheath damaged so slowed nerve impulses.
4
Q
What are the properties of Vitamin B12?
A
Water soluble. Destroyed by light. Heat stable - some loss during cooking.
5
Q
What is the RDA of Vitamin B12 for kids?
A
1ug
6
Q
What is the RDA of Vitamin B12 for adults?
A
1.6ug
7
Q
Name
A
Cobalamin
