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Elevated blood levels of homocysteine increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. Homocysteine metabolism requires which of the following nutrients?

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A. Thiamin
B. vitamin B-6
C. Vitamin B-12
D. FolateB. vitamin B-6
C. Vitamin B-12
D. Folate

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Explanation: Homocysteine metabolism requires the participation of folate as well as vitamin B12 and vitamin B6 coenzymes. Reduction of homocysteine levels in plasma requires that all three of these vitamins be supplemented.

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