Which of the following statements is not true regarding the diagnosis of a nutritional deficiency?
A) Dietary records should demonstrate low intake for that nutrient.
B) Blood levels should demonstrate high body levels of the nutrient.
C) Tissue levels should demonstrate low body levels of the nutrient.
D) Nutrient supplementation should correct the deficiency symptoms.
E) Clinical deficiency symptoms should be compatible with a low dietary intake.
B
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