GK
VITAMINS MINERALS COENZYMES AND DEFICIENCY DISEASES
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Question
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Selenium is an essential component of the enzyme glutathione peroxidase which
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oxidizes toxic hydoperoxycompounds in tissues
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reduces toxic hydoperoxycompounds in tissues
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scavenges toxic hydoperoxycompounds in tissues
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none of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Selenium is a cofactor for the production of glutathione. Fish, organ meats, and Brazil nuts are all selenium-rich foods that may help increase your levels naturally.
Detailed explanation-2: -Glutathione peroxidase (GPx) is one of the major selenoproteins which protects the thyroid cells from oxidative damage. Selenoprotein P (SePP) is considered as the plasma selenium transporter to tissues.
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