Which of the Following Is a Risk Factor for Preterm

question 78

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a risk factor for preterm birth?

• A) High fever early in the pregnancy
• B) Having high levels of folic acid
• C) Having a cervix or uterus that is structurally abnormal
• D) Toxoplasmosis
• E) Having an autoimmune disorder

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