Osteopenia of prematurity in the very low birthweight neonate is most commonly caused by

a. abnormal vitamin metabolism
b. decreased dietary intake of vitamin D
c. insufficient intake of calcium and phosphorus


Answer: c. insufficient intake of calcium and phosphorus

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