Folic acid deficiency has been implicated in which birth defect?
a. Hydrocephalus c. Congenital heart dis-ease
b. Spina bifida d. Rickets
B
Folic acid deficiency is strongly associated with neural tube disorders. While hydrocephalus risks are increased with spina bifida, there is no direct relationship between folic acid deficiency and hydrocephalus. Folic acid deficiency is not associated with congenital heart disease. Rickets is associated with vitamin D deficiency.
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