Beriberi is caused by the deficiency of vitamin: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Beriberi is caused by the deficiency of vitamin:
A. Vitamin B₂ (Riboflavin)
B. Vitamin B₁ (Thiamine)
C. Vitamin B₁₂ (Cobalamin)
D. Vitamin B₆ (Pyridoxine)
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Beriberi is due to thiamine (B₁) deficiency. It presents as two forms: wet beriberi (cardiovascular) and dry beriberi (neurological). Thiamine is a coenzyme (TPP) in decarboxylation reactions. Common in populations consuming polished rice. Riboflavin deficiency causes cheilosis, pyridoxine deficiency causes peripheral neuropathy and anemia, B₁₂ deficiency causes pernicious anemia.

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