A Common Mutation in the 5,10-Methylenetetrahydrofolate Reductase Enzyme (MTHFR) _____

question 12

Multiple Choice

A common mutation in the 5,10-methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase enzyme (MTHFR) _____.

• A) prevents the individual from activating the B vitamin folate
• B) diminishes the activity of the enzyme
• C) increases the activity of the enzyme
• D) both a and b

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