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It is called intrinsic factor, which enables the absorption of B12. Intrinsic factor is found in the parietal cells (mucosa cells) of the stomach lining.
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A protein secreted by the stomach that is necessary for the absorption of vitamin B12?
"Intrisic factor" is necessary for B12 absorption
How does vitamin d helps your bodies?
it makes our bones stronger.Among a few things, vitamin D aids in the absorption of another vitamin, calcium.
Why oral administration of vitamin B12 not effective as a treatment of pernicious anemia?
Pernicious anemia is due to a deficiency of a vitamin called intrinsic factor, which is normally produced by cells of the stomach. Intrinsic factor is required for the absorption of vitamin B12, so if intrinsic factor levels are insufficient, vitamin B12 will not be absorbed well. So administration of vitamin B12 will only help treat vitamin B12-deficiency anemia if vitamin B12 can be absorbed, and this can only happen if there are adequate levels of intrinsic factor to begin with. Patients with pernicious anemia do not have adequate intrinsic factor levels, so they will not be helped by vitamin B12 treatment since they can't absorb it well enough.
What element aids in normal nerve and muscle function?
Thiamine,(vitamin B1) potassium, phosphorus, hydroxocobalamine,(vitamin B12)vitamin E, arginine, vitamin B6, and regular exercises.
The water-soluble vitamin that aids in iron absorption and promotes healthy gums and teeth?
That is called as ascorbic acid or vitamin C.
A protein secreted by the stomach that is necessary for the absorption of vitamin B12?
"Intrisic factor" is necessary for B12 absorption
How long does it take for vitamin b12 to be absorbed?
It takes approximately 24 hours for the absorption of vitamin B12. For quicker absorption, you can get a B12 shot.
Which vitamin need instritic factor for stomach for absortion?
B12 is the vitamin that requires intrinsic factor for absorption. B12 is also known as cobalamin.
What carrier protein is responsible for absorption of vitamin B12?
Intrinsic factor
What vitamin aids in the absorption of calcium and phosphorus?
Vitamin D aids in absoprtion of calcium and Phosphorus. Along with other beneficial effects.
The absorption of which vitamin would be impaired by the removal of the stomach?
Vitamin B12 is released from proteins by concentrated levels of HCL acid in the stomach. Therefore, without the stomach there would be no HCL acid to release the B12
How does vitamin d helps your bodies?
it makes our bones stronger.Among a few things, vitamin D aids in the absorption of another vitamin, calcium.
Is B12 a vitamin or a mineral?
B12 is a vitamin
Is b12 bad for you?
If you are referring to vitamin b12, vitamin b12 is healthy for you.
Why oral administration of vitamin B12 not effective as a treatment of pernicious anemia?
Pernicious anemia is due to a deficiency of a vitamin called intrinsic factor, which is normally produced by cells of the stomach. Intrinsic factor is required for the absorption of vitamin B12, so if intrinsic factor levels are insufficient, vitamin B12 will not be absorbed well. So administration of vitamin B12 will only help treat vitamin B12-deficiency anemia if vitamin B12 can be absorbed, and this can only happen if there are adequate levels of intrinsic factor to begin with. Patients with pernicious anemia do not have adequate intrinsic factor levels, so they will not be helped by vitamin B12 treatment since they can't absorb it well enough.
What element aids in normal nerve and muscle function?
Thiamine,(vitamin B1) potassium, phosphorus, hydroxocobalamine,(vitamin B12)vitamin E, arginine, vitamin B6, and regular exercises.
Where does the absorption of vitamin B12 occur?
The vitamin B12 is a very important nutrient; it lowers risk of stroke, heart disease, cancer, Parkinson's, and Alzheimer's disease. The vitamin begins to absorb in the mouth, in contrast to most nutrients.
