Folic acid deficiency

Question 1

Pathophysiology

Answer 1

-Assists in formation of RBC and neural tube development in fetus
-Hgb levels low due to delay in RBC maturation
-Developmental delays in early life due to incomplete synthesis of NT
-Chronic alcohol use causes FA deficiency secondary to malnutrition and interferes with absorption of folate

Question 2

Clinical manifestations

Answer 2

Pallor
Tachycardia
Tachypnea
Dizziness
Fatigue
Bleeding
Neurological symptoms