Week 7 (Minerals) Flashcards
1
Q
Function of Calcium
A
muscle/ heart function- clotting
2
Q
Function of Sodium
A
muscle/ nerve function, osmotic pressure
3
Q
Function of Potassium
A
heart function, blood pH
4
Q
Function of Magnesium
A
blood pressure regulation
5
Q
Function of Chloride
A
osmotic pressure, blood pH
6
Q
Function of Phosphate
A
low levels- anaemia
7
Q
Ratio of Calcium and Phosphate in Dogs/Cats
A
Ca : P = 1:1 - 1.5:1