KROK 1 Stomatology 2016 – Question 55 · KROK (Dentistry)
A child with signs of rickets has been prescribed a certain liposoluble vitamin drug by pediatrician and dentist. This drug affects the metabolism of phosphorus and calcium in the body and facilitates calcium accumulation in bone tissue and dentine. If its content in the body is insufficient, there develop disruptions of ossification process, dental structure and occlusion. Name this drug:
- A. Tocopherol acetate
- B. Ergocalciferol
- C. Thyroidin
- D. Retinol acetate
- E. Menadione (Vicasolum)
Hint
Identify the fat-soluble vitamin that increases intestinal calcium and phosphate absorption and is used to prevent and treat rickets.
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