Question
Is it possible for a five-month-old infant to have folate conversion deficiency and high risk of homocysteine blood disease?
Answer
Infants with the TT genotype may have poorer folate conversion abilities, putting them at a higher risk of homocysteine blood disease, which increases the risk of future cardiovascular diseases. It is currently recommended to double the amount of folate supplementation during the early stages of pregnancy and to follow the doctor’s guidance for prenatal testing and fetal anomaly screening. Additionally, consuming foods rich in folate can help reduce the risk.