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krzymel

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on: Aug 6, 2018
Explain why women who plan to get pregnant may be advised to take folic acid.

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The means for transmission of disease-causing microorganism is provided by the ____.
 a. vector
 b. host
 c. pathogen
  d. agent
 e. virus


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Reply #1 on: Aug 6, 2018
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Women planning to become pregnant are advised to take a daily supplement of folic acid starting one month before conception. Folic acid, or folate, a B vitamin, reduces the risk of neural tube defects in children. Another potential benefit, based on a study of more than 85,710 new mothers, may be lower risk of the most severe form of autism.

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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