The main function of Vitamin C in the body is
ACofactor for hydroxylation reactions in collagen synthesis
BRegulation of lipid synthesis
CInvolvement as antioxidant
DInhibition of cell growth
A patient presenting with bleeding gums and easy bruisability was diagnosed with scurvy. This condition results from a deficiency of which of the following?
AInhibition of vitamin K
BIncreased collagen breakdown
CDefective collagen synthesis
DLow vitamin C
How does vitamin C deficiency lead to scurvy?
ADefective collagen formation due to impaired synthesis
BImpaired immune response due to vitamin deficiencies
CIron deficiency anemia
DMalabsorption of fat-soluble vitamins
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