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Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid) - Nutrition (view source)
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==Diagnosing Folic Acid Deficiency==
==Diagnosing Folic Acid Deficiency==
Diagnosis of folic acid deficiency is based on measurement of low serum folic acid concentration. Megaloblastic anaemia may be seen on haematology profiles.
Diagnosis of folic acid deficiency is based on measurement of low serum folic acid concentration. [[Nutrition Glossary#Megaloblastic Anaemia|Megaloblastic anaemia]] may be seen on haematology profiles.
A deficiency can also be suspected based on the presence of clinical signs consistent with deficiency and evaluation of diet.
A deficiency can also be suspected based on the presence of clinical signs consistent with deficiency and evaluation of diet.