IBCLC: Biochemistry of Human Milk correctly answered graded A+ 2024/2025

IBCLC: Biochemistry of Human MilkColostrum - correct answer Specialized form of milk secreted during the first few days postpartum. It is higher in protein (additional amino acids, and antibody rich proteins like SIgA and lactoferrin, also oligosacharides which are critical for immune support). It is lower in carbohydrates and fat. 10-120ml in first 24 hours. Preterm Milk - correct answer Mother will produce this milk for only 4 weeks regardless of gestational age of infant. Increased levels of fat, protein, sodium, chloride, iron. Nitrogen is 20% higher. Water - correct answer 87% Calories in human milk - correct answer 20/oz Protein in human milk - correct answer Lowest amount present of the macronutrients. Lowest of all mammalian species. Carbohydrate in human milk - correct answer Highest amount present of the macronutrients. Mostly lactose. Lactase - correct answer Enzyme that breaks down lactose to glucose and galactose Fat in human milk - correct answer Amounts present are in between the two other macronutrients. Made up of essential fatty acids. Types are dependent on maternal diet. DHA and ARA - correct answer Docosahexanoic acid and Arachidonic acid. Essential fatty acids known for improving visual acuity and cognitive ability. LC-PUFA Vitamin K - correct answer Required for synthesis of blood clotting. Present in small amounts at birth, infant gets injection is the US to help until production increases a few days after.