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Vitamin E causes

A
Hemorrhagic stroke
B
Cardiac failure
C
Ataxia
D
Megalablastic anemia
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Ataxia Vitamin E (tocopherol) is a fat-soluble vitamin with antioxidant propeies; It protects cell membranes from oxidation and destruction. Vitamin E is found in a variety of food including oils, meat, eggs, and leafy vegatables. There are multiple forms and isomers of tocopherol and the related compounds, tocotrienols. The current evidence the primary bioactive form of Vitamin E is alfa-tocopherol. Serum vitamin E levels are strongly influenced by concentration of serum lipids, and do not accurately reflect tissue vitamin levels. Effective vitamin E levels are calculated as the ratio of serum alpha-tocopherol per gram total lipids. Absorption of dietary vitamin E requires effective pancreatic exocrine function and fat absorption, unless provided in a synthetic water-soluble form. Vitamin Vitamin E deficiency is uncommon in humans except in special circumstances. This is due to the abundance of tocopherols in the diet.

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