Vitamin C (Ascorbic acid), Biochemical functions and  Scurvy, mnemonic- DeHydroASCORBATE

Vitamin C (Ascorbic acid), Biochemical functions and Scurvy, mnemonic- DeHydroASCORBATE

For Medical and Dental students also for NEET Preparation Easy to remember with mnemonic- DeHydroASCORBATE Active forms Ascorbic acid and dehydroascorbic acid FUNCTIONS Hydroxylation reactions Collagen formation Antioxidant Bone formation Tryptophan metabolism Tyrosine metabolism cellular respiration DEFICIENCY causes Scurvy bleeding and swollen gums Ecchymosis, hematomas delayed wound healing Scorbutic Rosary Anemia