Transthyretin is also known as:
a. prealbumin.
b. retinol-binding protein.
c. transferrin.
d. albumin.
a
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A) gastroesophageal reflux B) intestinal strictures C) dyspepsia D) celiac disease
Low weight gain increases the risk of:
a. spina bifida. b. intrauterine growth retardation (IUGR). c. a macrosomic baby. d. cleft palate. e. rickets.
An oncogene can best be described as a:
a. tumor composed of melanin. b. tumor derived from connective tissue. c. gene that is resistant to environmental effects. d. gene that, when activated, causes neoplastic growth.
Basal metabolism differs from resting metabolism in that
A) resting metabolism is about 12% higher than basal metabolism. B) basal metabolism is measured after 12 hours and resting metabolism after 6 hours of fasting and resting.. C) resting metabolism includes thermic effect of food. D) resting metabolism is about 6% higher than basal metabolism and basal metabolism .