Which of the following vitamins is necessary for maturation of blood precursor cells________________?
Correct answer: B. Cyano cobalamine
- A. Vit- A
- B. Cyano cobalamine
- C. Riboflavin
- D. Thiamine
Explanation
Vitamin B12, or cyanocobalamin, is required for DNA synthesis and normal maturation of erythroid and other blood precursor cells. Deficiency causes ineffective hematopoiesis and megaloblastic anaemia.
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