1
The normal concentration of serum calcium
9–11 mg/dl. (4.5–5.5 mEq./l.)
2
The vitamin derived hormone that regulates calcium homeostasis
Calcitriol
3
The inorganic element found in the structure of majority of high-energy compounds
Phosphorus
4
Several kinase enzymes require the mineral cofactor
Magnesium
5
The principal cation of extracellular fluid
Sodium
6
The normal concentration of serum potassium
3.5–5.0 mEq/l,
7
Iron is transported in the plasma in a bound form to a protein
Transferrin,
8
The copper containing protein involved for the conversion of ferrous iron (Fe2+) to ferric iron (Fe3+) in the plasma
Ceruloplasmin
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The zinc containing protein in the saliva involved in taste sensation
Gusten
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The element involved in the protection of cells against the damage of H2O2 and other free radicals
Selenium
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substance(s) is(are) involved in the regulation of plasma calcium level
Calcitriol , Parathyroid hormone, Calcitonin
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sulfur containing essential amino acid
Methionine
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Iron in the mucosal cells binds with the protein
Ferritin
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Element involved in wound healing
Zinc
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Element that prevents the development of dental caries
Fluorine