Nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors such as Zidovudine (Retrovir) perform what function in the treatment of HIV?
a. Suppress conversion of HIV RNA to DNA.
b. Reduce transcription of infected host DNA.
c. Limit the integration of HIV DNA into host cell DNA.
d. Prevent the breakdown of HIV viral proteins to be used for production of new viral cores.
a
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A. Vitamin D comes in three forms. B. Breast milk is high in vitamin D. C. Vitamin D2 is synthesized in the skin upon exposure to sunlight. D. Vitamin D3 is found in fatty fish such as salmon and mackerel. E. The adequate intake of vitamin D for infants is 200 international units.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following blood levels of LDL cholesterol would increase risk for cardiovascular disease for an otherwise healthy adult?
A. 100 mg/dl or less B. 130 mg/dl or less C. over 160 mg/dl D. 130-159 mg/dl
Compare and contrast the firmness and stability of saturated, monounsaturated, and polyunsaturated fats