Question

Deficiency of vitamin B₆ in man causes
1. haemorrhages
2. rickets
3. anaemia
4. black tongue disease

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : anaemia

 

• Anaemia is a condition in which there is a deficiency of healthy RBCs (which carries oxygen) in the body.
• It is caused by the deficiency of Vitamin B_6.
• B6 (pyridoxine) forms part of the coenzyme for amino acid synthesis and glycogen synthesis. It helps in nerve function and RBC formation.
• Its deficiency causes skin lesions, disturbance of CNS, and anaemia.
• Symptoms of Anemia - The anaemic patient always feels weak and tired.

• Normal anaemia is caused by vitamin B6 deficiency whereas vitamin B12 deficiency leads to fatal ''pernicious anaemia''.

 

• Rickets - It is a disease caused by the deficiency of vitamin D. Symptoms include - Delayed growth, bow legs, weakness, and pain in the spine, pelvis, and legs.
• Haemorrhages and the inability to form blood clots are caused by the deficiency of Vitamin K.