Explain how hepcidin controls the level of plasma iron
Hepcidin controls the level of plasma iron by regulating 1) intestinal absorption of dietary iron, 2) release of iron from macrophages, and 3) transfer of iron stored in the hepatocytes.
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Approximately how many grams of carbohydrate are in a sugar-sweetened beverage that supplies 200 kcals and contains no fiber, fat, protein, or alcohol?
A. 30 grams of carbohydrate B. 65 grams of carbohydrate C. 50 grams of carbohydrate D. 43 grams of carbohydrate
The compound that forms the backbone of triglycerides is called:
a. glycerol. b. a fatty acid. c. acetic acid. d. stearic acid. e. glycogen.
A patient with dysphagia waiting for a swallow test may receive:
a. thick liquids b. thin liquids c. peripheral parenteral nutrition d. parenteral nutrition
Which factor increases the risk for developing MODS?
a. patient age below 50 years old b. having SIRS for less than two days c. the use of invasive catheters d. low body weight e. having localized, acute injuries