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How much retinol is equal to one I.U.?

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Q. 16 of Quiz-988 (Que-ID : 1845)

How much retinol is equal to one I.U.?

  • 0.3 mcg
  • 0.6 mcg
  • 1.2 mcg
  • 2 mcg

Ans → (a)0.3 mcg

Explanation → Retinol is a diterpenoid, other form of vitamin A. Deficiency of Retinol (Vitamin A) causes night blindness. 1 international unit (I.U.) of retinol contains 0.3 mcg of retinol.

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