Which of the Following Is a Known Side Effect of Prolonged

question 82

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a known side effect of prolonged ingestion of excessive amounts of zinc supplements?

• A)Iron toxicity due to increased ferritin synthesis
• B)Zinc salt deposits in soft tissues such as the heart and kidneys
• C)Copper deficiency due to interference with copper absorption
• D)Mineral-binding protein deficiency due to a decrease in metallothionein production

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