What are some of the factors that can affect growth rate during ...

[hubes95]

What are some of the factors that can affect growth rate during pregnancy?

Question 2

The elderly are more likely to have medical conditions or to take medications that may compromise folate status.
 
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

[aprice35067]

Answer to Question 1

Factors that can affect growth rate during pregnancy include the intrauterine environment, particularly the adequacy of the placenta in delivering nutrients; the presence of toxins such as viruses, alcohol, or maternal medications; the depletion of a needed nutrient, such as iron or folic acid; and fetal-origin errors in cell migration or formation of organs, whether or not a cause is known.

Answer to Question 2

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[hubes95]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[dreamfighter72]

Excellent