J & K CET Medical J & K - CET Medical Solved Paper-2011

  • question_answer
    Pellagra is caused due to deficiency of

    A)  niacin                                  

    B)  pantothenic acid

    C)  tocopherol                        

    D)  cyanocobalamine

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

                    Pellagra is a vitamin deficiency disease most commonly caused by a chronic lack of niacin (vitamin-B3) in the diet. It may also result from alternations in protein metabolism in disorders such as carcinoid syndrome. A deficiency of the amino acid lysin can lead to a deficiency of niacin as well.


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