In laboratory blood tests, the marker that indicates the degree of inflammation is called

A. iodopsin.
B. C-reactive protein.
C. reactive oxygen species (ROS).
D. selenomethionine.


Answer: B

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a. folic acid b. cyanocobalamin c. pyridoxine d. iron

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Which of the following population groups is least susceptible to iron-deficiency anemia?

a. Older infants b. Children 2-10 years of age c. Women of childbearing age d. Men 20-45 years of age

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Food contains __________; however, some food is a better/richer source than others.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Athletes in certain sports are at increased risk for developing eating disorders. These sports include

A. weight-class sports such as boxing or wrestling. B. those where appearance is judged along with performance, such as gymnastics. C. those where thinness is thought to lead to improved performance. D. All the above

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