Which of the Following Statements Accurately Describes a Physiologic Role

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements accurately describes a physiologic role or utilization pattern of iron? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Iron is present in every cell including both oral soft and hard tissues.
• B) This nutrient is involved in the conversion of beta-carotene to protein.
• C) Iron incorporates and distributes lipids within the blood.
• D) Approximately 4 g (less than 1 tsp) is present in the body.
• E) Lactoferrin, a salivary glycoprotein, is capable of binding iron.

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