Vitamin C (Ascorbic acid), Biochemical functions and Scurvy, mnemonic- DeHydroASCORBATE

For Medical and Dental students
also for NEET Preparation

Easy to remember with mnemonic- DeHydroASCORBATE

Active forms Ascorbic acid and dehydroascorbic acid
FUNCTIONS

Hydroxylation reactions
Collagen formation
Antioxidant
Bone formation
Tryptophan metabolism
Tyrosine metabolism
cellular respiration

DEFICIENCY causes

Scurvy

bleeding and swollen gums
Ecchymosis, hematomas
delayed wound healing
Scorbutic Rosary
Anemia

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