Which condition would be considered teratogenic?

A. congenital abnormalities
B. high blood glucose levels during the first two months of pregnancy
C. low sperm count due to obesity
D. high testosterone levels in females due to obesity
E. amenorrhea due to anorexia nervosa


Answer: B

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