Is the reliability of methionine challenge test affected by a deficiency in pyridoxal phosphate , folic acid , or cobalamin?
Abnormal methionine challenge test results cannot be explained by a deficiency in pyridoxal phosphate, folic acid, or cobalamin. We demonstrate that, when women are tested 3 months postpartum, the methionine challenge test is reliable for demonstrating hyperhomocysteinemia as a risk factor for vascular-related complications of pregnancy.
The use of SPIs is a viable approach to exposing medical students and future doctors to health behavior counseling, and increasing comfort level with such skills. The SPI experience ensures that HBC opportunities are available and contain meaningful feedback on performance.