NU FS305 Study Guide - Final Guide: Hypernatremia, Extracellular Fluid, Action Potential
13 Dec 2016
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Sulfurs main functions include contributing to the confirmation of proteins, providing structure to proteins and the sulfunation of proteins. Remember, sulphur is just the oxidized version of sulphate. There is not ai set for sulphur because sulphate requirements are met when dietary intake has sulphur containing amino acids. The intake usually ranges from 1. 5 to 16 mmol/day. The food sources include animal foods, seafood, braccilica vegetables and fermented beverages. The absorption of sulphur relies on a na+ dependent active transport mechanism. Deficiency in sulphur is associated with dietary protein deficiency because that would mean there is less sulphur in your diet. The symptoms of deficiency include poor muscle mass, weakness, dermatological (skin, hair and nails) and inflammation. The intestines absorb sodium and it is transported in the blood. The kidneys however, remove na from the blood and reabsorb whatever amount is needed to maintain homeostasis.
