Answer to Question #105707 in Biochemistry for kylie

Question #105707

A malnourished child presents with bruising and bleeding gums. The illness is characterised by abnormal collagen and absence of proline hydroxylation. Which vitamin is deficient in this child?
1. K 2. C 3. E 4. A

Expert's answer

Vitamin C (2) is deficient in this child.

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