There Is an Increased Incidence of _____ in Children with Asthma

question 18

Multiple Choice

There is an increased incidence of _____ in children with asthma.

• A) diabetes
• B) overweight and obesity
• C) gluten intolerance
• D) osteoporosis
• E) spastic quadriplegia

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Definitions:

Phenylalanine

An essential amino acid with the formula C9H11NO2, known for its role in the biosynthesis of proteins and a precursor to neurotransmitters.

pH

A numeric scale used to specify the acidity or basicity of an aqueous solution, with values less than 7 being acidic and greater than 7 being basic.

Isoelectric Point

The pH at which a molecule or surface carries no net electrical charge, important in protein purification and characterization.

Highest pH

Refers to the most alkaline condition in a set of samples, indicating the lowest concentration of hydrogen ions.