The disease caused by deficiency of niacin is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The disease caused by deficiency of niacin is:
A. Pellagra
B. Beriberi
C. Goiter
D. Anemia
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Pellagra, with symptoms of dermatitis, diarrhea, and dementia, is due to niacin (B₃) deficiency. Beriberi is B₁ deficiency, anemia can be iron/B₁₂/folate, goiter iodine.

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