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Lathyrism is seen in persons consuming large quantities of lathyrus sativus (Khesari Dal). The toxic component present in lathyrus sativus is –
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Lathyrism is seen in persons consuming large quantities of lathyrus sativus (Khesari Dal). The toxic component present in lathyrus sativus is –

A.

Hydrocyanic acid

B.

Vicin

C.

Monoamine oxidase

D.

Beta oxalyl amino alanine

Correct option is D

BOAA (β-N-oxalyl-L-α,β-diaminopropionic acid) is the toxic compound found in Lathyrus sativus (Khesari dal). Excessive consumption leads to neurolathyrism, a neurodegenerative disease causing lower limb paralysis.

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