Name four causes of folate deficiency. How would they differ in results in regard to serum and RBC folate levels?

What will be an ideal response?

Answer:
(a) Decreased dietary intake, (b) increased demand, (c) malabsorption, and (d) drug Inhibition.
All four causes lead to depressed levels of serum folate and RBC folate levels.

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