At What Point During Pregnancy Is Adequate Folate the MOST

question 72

Multiple Choice

At what point during pregnancy is adequate folate the MOST important?

• A)during the first four weeks
• B)during the middle trimester
• C)during the last trimester
• D)immediately prior to parturition (delivery)

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