Deficiency of which vitamin can impair immune function and integrity of epithelial barriers, increasing susceptibility to infections?
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Correct answer: Vitamin A
Vitamin A is essential for maintenance of epithelial tissues and mucous membranes; deficiency compromises barrier integrity and impairs immune defenses, increasing infection risk.
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