Pellagra is caused by a deficiency of which of the following vitamins?
- AA
- BB3
- CD
- DB1
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Correct answer: (b) B3
Explanation
Pellagra is caused by lack of vitamin B3 (niacin, nicotinic acid).
Its signs are the "three Ds": dermatitis, diarrhoea and dementia. Lack of vitamin B1 causes beriberi.