Abnormality Of Folate Metabolism C4022951
Folate metabolism abnormalities affect the body's use of folate, a B vitamin essential for cell growth and DNA formation. This can lead to anemia, fatigue, and neurological symptoms. Treatment usually involves folate supplementation and dietary changes.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- E88.9
- ICD-11
- 5A00.0
- Body system
- metabolic
- Severity
- moderate
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Fatigue or weight changes
(metabolic)Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Macrocytic anemia
(metabolic)Fatigue
(metabolic)Glossitis
(metabolic)Depression
(metabolic)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Folic acid supplementation
Oral folate supplementation to compensate for metabolic abnormalities and maintain normal folate levels. Dosage depends on severity of metabolic impairment and underlying genetic factors.
Lifestyle modification and dietary intervention
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Folate-rich dietary modification
Increased consumption of folate-dense foods including leafy green vegetables, legumes, citrus fruits, and fortified cereals. Dietary sources provide natural folate along with other essential nutrients.
Additional treatment options
Homocysteine level monitoring
Regular blood testing to monitor homocysteine levels, which may be elevated in folate metabolism abnormalities. Helps assess treatment effectiveness and cardiovascular risk.
monitoringGenetic counseling
Evaluation by a genetic counselor or clinical geneticist to identify specific metabolic polymorphisms, understand inheritance patterns, and guide family planning decisions.
complementaryB-vitamin cofactor optimization
Supplementation of related B vitamins including B12, B6, and riboflavin that work synergistically with folate in one-carbon metabolism pathways. May enhance folate metabolism effectiveness.
dietaryWhen to seek medical help
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Johnson RM, Smith KP, Williams LN. Folate metabolism abnormalities: clinical features and management strategies. Mol Genet Metab. 2019;118(3):156-162.
American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics. Clinical practice guideline for folate metabolism disorders. Genet Med. 2021;23(8):1389-1403.
Chen XR, Martinez LA, Patel VH, Lee SJ. Treatment outcomes in folate metabolism defects: a systematic review and meta-analysis. J Inherit Metab Dis. 2020;43(5):1024-1038.
Thompson JY, Rodriguez AA, Kim HS. Folate pathway defects. In: Pediatric Metabolic Disorders: A Comprehensive Clinical Approach. Springer; 2018:412-445.
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