Ch 3 : Methods of assessment of Nutrional Biochemical Assessment

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What is biochemical assessment?

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Biochemical assessment refers to laboratory tests based on blood and urine that indicate nutritional status.

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What does biochemical assessment measure?

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It measures the level of essential dietary constituents, such as nutrient concentration and metabolites, in body fluids.

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Why is biochemical assessment important?

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It helps evaluate the possibility of malnutrition by detecting early changes in body metabolism or nutritional status.

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What is anemia and its common cause?

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Anemia is a widespread nutritional deficiency, primarily caused by iron deficiency.

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How is iron deficiency evaluated?

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By measuring the level of hemoglobin (Hb) in the blood.

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What does measuring iodine levels in urine indicate?

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It reflects the iodine status in a community.

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What information can stool examination provide?

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It can provide useful information about the presence of ova and/or intestinal parasites.

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What are the advantages of biochemical assessment?

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It is useful for early detection of changes in metabolism, is precise and accurate.

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What are the disadvantages of biochemical assessment?

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It can be time-consuming, expensive, and requires trained personnel and facilities.