What can falsely elevate the serum folate level?
A)Hemolysis of the serum sample
B)Recent low dietary intake
C)Vitamin B₁₂ deficiency
D)Recent alcohol consumption

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Hemolysis of the serum sample can falsely elevate the serum folate level because red blood cells contain high levels of folate. When the sample is hemolyzed, the folate leaks out of the red blood cells and increases the overall folate level in the serum.

Answer: D 
 Recent alcohol consumption can falsely elevate the serum folate level because alcohol can interfere with folate metabolism and lead to an accumulation of folate in the blood. However, chronic alcoholism is more likely to result in folate deficiency. Recent alcohol consumption may also increase the risk of hemolysis of the serum sample, further contributing to a falsely elevated serum folate level.

Therefore, the best answer is A and D.

What Can Falsely Elevate the Serum Folate Level