Pathology · single question

Which of the following does NOT cause cleft lip/palate when a pregnant woman is exposed to or deficient in it?

  1. Alcohol
  2. Tobacco
  3. Iron deficiency
  4. Folic acid deficiency
Show answer and explanation

Correct answer: C. Iron deficiency

Alcohol, tobacco, and folic acid deficiency are all established risk factors for orofacial clefting. Iron deficiency anemia, while harmful to maternal and fetal health in other ways, is not a established/major risk factor specifically for cleft palate.

Practice Pathology questions Pathology study notes

More Pathology practice questions