10. Active forms of riboflavin are FMN and
FAD.
They act as prosthetic groups of
several enzymes.
Catalyzes oxidation-reduction
reactions.
Growth, repair, development of
body tissues - healthy skin,
eyes and tongue
11. Role of Vitamin B2
The Active Forms Work As
Co-enzymes For About
→ 150 ←
Oxidation - Reduction Reactions
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12. Role of Vitamin B2
Involved In
• Carbohydrate, Proteins And Fat
Metabolism
• Activation Of Vitamin B12 And
Folate.
• Protection Of Erythrocytes And
Other Cells From Oxidative Stress.
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14. Absorption
• Riboflavin Is Absorbed In The Proximal Intestine
• Riboflavin Is Stored
In
Liver, Kidney and Heart
As
FAD
(70- 90%)
Or
FMN Or
Riboflavin
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15. Causes of Riboflavin Deficiency
Not Getting Enough Of The Vitamin
From The Diet.
A Result Of Conditions That Affect
Absorption In The Intestine.
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16. Causes of Riboflavin Deficiency
The Body Not Being Able To Use The
Vitamin.
An Increase In The Excretion Of The
Vitamin From The Body.
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21. Deficiency symptoms
• Angular Cheilitis
(Fissuring At The Corners Of The
Mouth)
Cracked And Red Lips.
• Glossitis
Inflammation Of The Lining Of
Mouth And Tongue
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