Folic acid anemia is a known risk factor for neural tube birth defects.
The supplementation of Folic acid alone will aggravate the neurological symptoms of Pernicious anemia.
Folic acid anemia is especially common in infants and teenagers. Although this condition usually results from a dietary deficiency, it is sometimes due to inability to absorb enough folic acid.
A: Measurement of serum folic acid levels is conclusive for folic acid deficiency anemia.
pathophysiology of anemia in hypothyroidism
Folic acid deficiency anemia
It is estimated that globally around 15-30% of the population has folic acid deficiency anemia, with higher rates in certain regions or specific populations. Regular intake of folic acid-rich foods and/or supplements can help prevent this condition. Early detection and treatment are crucial to avoid complications.
ITS GOOD 4 UR SICKLE CELL! When you have sickle cell, your body looses cells. Folic acid helps to create new cells.
The type of anemia that is linked to a deficiency of folic acid is called megaloglastic anemia. It is characterized by large red blood cells that are immature, and thus don't function properly, and by neutrophils that have more segments in their nuclei than they should have (normally they have 3-4 segments). People with megaloblastic anemia also have a higher level of homocysteine in their blood.
It belongs to the viatmin B family which is important in the creating of red blood cells. A lack of folic acid may lead to anemia which then leads to a host of other problems. If you are lacking energy you may be lacking in folic acid.
Uuuum....what? Do you mean "why would a lack of folic acid NOT cause nuerological problems" or do you mean why DOES it? Please clarify,as my friend is anxious to know the answer.
Folic acid deficiency, an abnormally low level of one of the B vitamins, results in anemia characterized by red blood cells that are large in size but few in number.
What is folic acid deficiency anemia? Folic acid deficiency anemia happens when your body does not get enough folic acid. Folic acid is one of the B vitamins, and it helps your body make new cells, including new red blood cells. Your body needs red blood cells to carry oxygen. If you have don't have enough red blood cells, you have anemia, which can make you feel weak and tired. So it's important that you get enough folic acid every day. Most people get enough folic acid in the food they eat. But some people either don't get enough in their diet or have trouble absorbing it from the foods they eat. Talk to your doctor about whether you should take a daily vitamin with folic acid. Pregnant women who do not get enough folic acid are more likely to have babies with very serious birth defects.