This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pediatrics
[{'content': 'The impoant fatty acid present in breast milk which is impoant for growth is - \nSelect and explain. \nA. Docosahexaenoeic acid, B. Palmitic acid, C. Linoleic acid, D. Linolenic acid', 'role': 'user'}, {'content': "Answer: A \nExplanation: Ans. is 'a' i.e. Docosahexaenoeis acid o Up to 5-10% of fatty acids in human milk are polyunsaturated. Most of these are linoleic acid with smaller amounts of linolenic acid. o Linoleic acid --> gives rise to Arachdonic acid o Linolenic acid ---> gives rise to Docosahexaenoeic acid o Docosahexaenoeic acid is found in human milk and brain lipids and is required for the development of our nervous system and visual abilities during the first six months of life. o Lack of sufficient Docosahexaenoeic acid may be associated with impaired mental and visual functioning as well as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.", 'role': 'assistant'}]