Question

In order for the synthesis of vitamin D to occur, a series of steps are necessary and any disruption in this process can result in a deficiency of vitamin D. With this in mind, choose the situations or conditions that could contribute to a vitamin D deficiency. Check all that apply.

O Limited or no use of sunscreen outdoors
Having a lighter skin pigmentation
Living in a region without a lot of sunlight
Having liver disease
Increased activation of vitamin D will result in absorption of calcium in the small intestine and risk of inadequate bone mineralization

Answer 1

Answer: Having liver disease

Living in a region without a lot of sunlight

Explanation:

Vitamin D is gotten from sunlight i.e the exposure of body to sunlight helps synthesis vitamins D. In area with low sunlight when the body

Cannot trap enough sunlight to produce vitamin D the body could have low vitamin D leading to its deficiency.

An impairment to the skin leads to an inability of the skin to synthesis it.

Vitamin D is transform to active for in the liver hence a damage to liver will lead to vitamin D deficiency.

Definitely include Ricket, softening of bone in adult.