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which of the following nutrients arc required in higher amounts during pregnancy due to their roles in the synthesis (A-red blood cells?
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Calcium and vitamin A
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Folate + vitamin C
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Folate and b12
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During pregnancy, higher amounts of folate and vitamin B12 are required due to their roles in the synthesis of red blood cells. Folate is essential for DNA synthesis and cell division, which is crucial for the production of red blood cells. Vitamin B12 is necessary for the maturation of red blood cells and the formation of hemoglobin, the protein that carries oxygen in the blood. Adequate levels of folate and vitamin B12 help prevent anemia, a condition characterized by a deficiency of red blood cells. Calcium and vitamin A are also important during pregnancy, but they are not specifically required in higher amounts for red blood cell synthesis.
