Alexia is a 35-year-old in the first trimester of her pregnancy. Since conception she has been consuming 250 mg/day of folate and 12 mg/d of zinc. Which of the following is her infant at risk for?

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Folate, or folic acid, is crucial for preventing neural tube defects in the developing fetus. The recommended daily intake during pregnancy is at least 400 mcg (0.4 mg) of folate. Alexia's intake of 250 mg/day is significantly above the recommended amount, which suggests a misunderstanding in the question's context as this dosage is excessively high and not typical. However, assuming the intention was to imply insufficient folate intake, the risk mentioned would be neural tube defects. The information about zinc is not directly related to the conditions listed, making neural tube defects the most relevant concern based on the context provided.

Alexia Is a 35-Year-Old in the First Trimester of Her