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Neural Tube

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neural tube [′nu̇r·əl ′tüb]
(embryology)
The embryonic tube that differentiates into brain and spinal cord.

Neural Tube 

the rudiment of the central nervous system in chordate animals and man. The neural tube is formed from the neural plate during neurulation.



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Folate is incredibly important because of its role in preventing neural tube defects (like spina bifida).
Healthcare professionals now encourage women to take folic acid supplements or eat food fortified with folic acid if they are planning to get pregnant, as well as during early pregnancy because there is clear evidence that this reduces the risk of any resulting baby having neural tube defects and possibly other birth defects (congenital malformations).
Folate helps reduce the risk of neural tube defects, such as spina bifida.
 
 
 
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