Abstract
From 1994 to 1998, median serum folate values in clinical specimens increased from 12.6 to 18.7 microg/L. The percentage of low values decreased. Food fortification with folic acid is a likely explanation.
Publication types
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Letter
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
MeSH terms
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Adolescent
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Adult
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Aged
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California / epidemiology
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Child
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Child, Preschool
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Edible Grain
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Female
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Folic Acid / blood*
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Folic Acid Deficiency / blood
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Folic Acid Deficiency / epidemiology
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Folic Acid Deficiency / prevention & control*
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Food, Fortified*
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Humans
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Infant
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Male
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Middle Aged
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United States
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United States Food and Drug Administration