While the etiology of NTD is multifactorial, some studies have found that blood concentrations of homocysteine or holo-transcobalamin to be lower in NTD-affected infants and mothers compared to non-affected controls (reviewed in 59)
In general, individuals who cannot absorb vitamin B12 correctly may have pernicious anemia
[11] In practice, the benefit of treating a true B deficiency in pregnancy, preventing anemia and neurological injury, is considered to far outweigh any theoretical risks, under the guidance of a healthcare professional
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Benefits of B12 supplementation have been shown in a number of conditions, including diabetic neuropathy, back pain, mouth ulcers, autism spectrum disorder and elevated homocysteine levels, and it is generally considered to be very safe even at high dosages
This change affects metabolism in two ways
