Essential fatty acid present in breast milk which is required for normal growth of child is:
Correct Answer: Docosahexanoic acid
Description: DOCOSA HEXAENOIC ACID (DHA)
Sources: Human milk, Fish liver oils, Algal oils
Synthesized in the body from α Linolenic acid.
Highest concentration of DHA found in retina, cerebral cortex, sperms.
Functions: Needed for the development of fetal brain and retina
DHA is supplied transplacentally and through breast milk.
Clinical significance: Low DHA is associated with increased risk of Retinitis Pigmentosa.
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Biochemistry
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