Question

The vitamins synthesized by commensal bacteria of gut like Staphylococcus and Streptobacillus are

• A. A and B
• B. A,B and C
• C. K and B
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is C K and B

Gut flora or gut microbiota consists of number of complex microorganism species that live in the digestive tracts of animals. This is the largest reservoir of microorganisms which are mutual to humans. Intestinal bacteria play a role in synthesizing vitamin B and vitamin K as well as metabolising bile acids, sterols and xenobiotics. The species of bacterium Staphylococcus and Streptobacillus produce vitamin K and B.

Thus, the correct answer is option C.