Folic acid prevents neural tube defects. All women of fertile age should increase their intake of folic acid
Kihlberg, R.
Lakartidningen 92(6): 508-512
1995
ISSN/ISBN: 0023-7205 PMID: 7853929 Document Number: 454396
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