How does folate function in maintaining blood health?

A) Folate is essential for iron oxidation.
B) Folate is essential for the synthesis of heme iron.
C) Folate is essential for synthesis of new red blood cells.
D) Folate acts as a coenzyme in blood coagulation.


C

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