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What is the main cause of neural tube defects?
What is the main cause of neural tube defects?
- Exposure to radiation
- Genetic mutations
- Failure of neural tube closure (correct)
- Vitamin deficiency
Which part of the body is commonly affected by neural tube defects?
Which part of the body is commonly affected by neural tube defects?
- Lungs
- Kidneys
- Spinal cord (correct)
- Heart
What conditions can result from neural tube defects?
What conditions can result from neural tube defects?
- Hydrocephalus and spina bifida (correct)
- Hearing loss and diabetes
- Epilepsy and lung cancer
- Arthritis and multiple sclerosis
How can neural tube defects be prevented?
How can neural tube defects be prevented?
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What is the role of neural tube closure in preventing defects?
What is the role of neural tube closure in preventing defects?
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