VITAMINS AND THEIR DEFICIENCY DISEASES (Part-I)

Total Questions: 32

31. Vitamin K deficiency in our body leads to: [S.S.C. Online MTS (T-I) 12.10.2021 (Shift-II)]

Correct Answer: (a) Delayed clotting of blood
Solution:Vitamin K is essential for the synthesis of several blood clotting factors, including prothrombin. A deficiency in Vitamin K impairs this process, leading to a longer time for blood to clot, and an increased risk of bleeding.

32. The deficiency of which of the following vitamins causes delay in blood clotting? [S.S.C. JE Mechanical Exam 27.01.2020 (Shift-II)]

Correct Answer: (a) Vitamin K
Solution:A lack of Vitamin K directly impacts the production of necessary clotting proteins, thereby delaying the blood clotting process.