Which of the following statements is true of cobalamin (vitamin B12)?
A. Strict vegetarians are more likely to develop a deficiency of cobalamin.
B. Cobalamin is primarily found is green vegetables and fruits.
C. Cobalamin has recognized therapeutic value in the treatment of hepatitis, allergies, and sterility.
D. The anemia resulting from cobalamin deficiency is a microcytic hypochromic anemia.
Answer: A
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