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A newborn presented with chest retractions, dyspnea, and lethargy. The pediatrician diagnosed the baby with respiratory distress syndrome. This occurs due to the deficiency of:
A newborn presented with chest retractions, dyspnea, and lethargy. The pediatrician diagnosed the baby with respiratory distress syndrome. This occurs due to the deficiency of:
Updated On: Aug 10, 2024
- Dipalmitoyl inositol
- Lecithin
- Sphingomyelin
- Dipalmitoylphosphatidylethanolamine
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The correct option is (B): Lecithin
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