Which of the Following Statements Is True of Cobalamin (Vitamin

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of cobalamin (vitamin B₁₂) ?

• A) Cobalamin is primarily found is green vegetables and fruits.
• B) Strict vegetarians are more likely to develop a deficiency of cobalamin.
• C) The anemia resulting from cobalamin deficiency is a microcytic hypochromic anemia.
• D) Cobalamin has recognized therapeutic value in the treatment of hepatitis, allergies, and sterility.

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