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Why is fetus at risk if folate (folic acid) deficiency?
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Folate (folic acid): Folate is a co-factor used in cellular division. If there is a deficiency of folic acid, cells won't be able to divide properly. The net result is fewer cells. In a developing human this is associated with neural tube defects and cardiac defects.
Answered 8/25/2012
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