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Folic Acid NTD Prevention — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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Periconceptional folic acid prevents what congenital anomaly?

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Correct answer: BNeural tube defects

Folic acid 400mcg/day (5mg high-risk) reduces NTDs by 50-70%.

Reference: NHMRC – 2024