VMMC VMMC Medical Solved Paper-2011

  • question_answer
    Pellagra is caused by the deficiency of

    A) thiamine                             

    B)        cyanocobalmine              

    C) nicotinic add                      

    D)        ascorbic acid

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

    Pellagra is caused due to deficiency of nicotinic acid (vitamin-\[{{B}_{3}}\]). It is characterized by swollen lips, thick pigmented skin of hands and legs and irritability.


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