Lactose Is a Disaccharide Found in Milk

question 33

Multiple Choice

Lactose is a disaccharide found in milk. Individuals who are lactose intolerant lack the enzyme to break this sugar down into monosaccharides. Based on enzyme nomenclature, what enzyme is deficient in these individuals?

• A)Lact ese
• B)Lact ose
• C)Lacto gen
• D)Lact ase

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Definitions:

Furosemide

A diuretic medication used to treat edema (excess fluid retention) and hypertension by increasing urine production.

Hyponatremia

A condition where there is an abnormally low level of sodium in the blood.

Sodium Diet

A dietary plan focusing on the reduction or control of sodium intake, often recommended to manage or prevent hypertension.

Fluid Restriction

A medical instruction to limit the amount of fluid intake, usually due to certain health conditions.