Role of Beta-carotene and Lutein in the Synthesis of Vitamin A in Goldfish

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  • BTBenjamin J. Del Tito
    Benjamin J. Del Tito
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Abstract
The possible role of beta-carotene and lutein in the synthesis of vitamin A by goldfish (Carassius auratus) was examined at temperatures of 15 to 24°C and a photoperiod of 8L:16D. Goldfish readily converted beta-carotene and lutein to vitamin A, but lutein conversion alone to vitamin A2 was suggested. Vitamin A1 conversion to A2 was also observed.