Question

(12) Concerning the inter-relationships and distinctions between folate and vitamin B12, which of the following statements is/are true? (circle the correct answer) (2 pts) a) a lack or low amount of B12 can result in a functional folate deficiency because the folate becomes metabolically "trapped" in an inactive form b) the anemia blood cell indices resulting from either a folate or B12 deficiency can present identically c) measurement of methylmalonic acid can establish that B12 is the main (primary) nutrient underlying the deficiency if the MMA level is <100 pmol/L d) all of the above e) a and b only

Answer 1

Option E is correct

bBecause a & b ar e right and C is wrong as measurement of the methylmalonic acid can establish that B12 is the main nutient underlying the deficiency if the MMA level is less than 148pmol/L.