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The figure illustrates the highly differential distribution of vitC in the body. Several organs have concentration-dependent mechanisms for the retention of vitC, maintaining high levels during times of inadequate supply at the expense of other organs. Particularly protected is the brain. In addition, the concentration-dependent absorption and re-absorption mechanisms contribute to the homeostatic control of the vitC in the body. Modified from [5].
