Metabolic Functions
Vitamin A plays a role in a variety of functions throughout the body, such as:
- Vision
- Gene transcription
- Immune function
- Embryonic development and reproduction
- Bone metabolism
- Haematopoiesis
- Skin and cellular health
- Antioxidant activity
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