phylloquinone
Definition
- Noun:
- A form of vitamin K: Phylloquinone is a specific type of vitamin K, designated as vitamin K1, which is found in green leafy vegetables and is essential for blood clotting and bone health.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Spinach and kale are excellent dietary sources of phylloquinone.
- The doctor explained that phylloquinone is crucial for the synthesis of certain clotting factors in the liver.
Advanced Usage
- Scientific/Medical Context: The term is primarily used in nutritional, biochemical, and medical fields.
- The study compared the bioavailability of phylloquinone from different vegetables.
Variants and Related Words
- Vitamin K1: This is a direct synonym and the common alternative name for phylloquinone.
- Phytonadione: This is the pharmaceutical name for synthetic vitamin K1 used in supplements and medications.
- Menaquinone (Vitamin K2): A related but different form of vitamin K, produced by bacteria and found in fermented foods and animal products.
Synonyms
- Vitamin K1: The most common synonym.
- Phytonadione (specifically for the synthetic form).
Notes on Meaning
- Primary Meaning: Phylloquinone refers specifically to the naturally occurring form of vitamin K found in plants.
- Distinction from Other K Vitamins: It is distinct from menaquinones (vitamin K2), which have a different chemical structure and dietary sources.
Noun
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a form of vitamin K
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