This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Misc. (R.B.C), Subject name: Pathology
[{'content': 'Iron absorption is increased by \nSelect and explain. \nA. Phytates, B. Tannates, C. Plant food, D. Ascorbic acid', 'role': 'user'}, {'content': 'Answer: D \nExplanation: Ans. (d) Ascorbic acid(Ref: Robbins 9th/pg 649-652)Iron Absorption*. Site of iron absorption: duodenum and upper jejunum (proximal small intestine) Q.*. Ferrous form (Fe2+) of Iron is absorbed Q.*. Transport of Fe2+ into enterocyte occurs via DMT1 Q.Increased byDecreased by*. Acids Q*. Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) Q*. Amino acid containing SH-group*. Meat (these reduce Fe3+ to Fe2+)*. Alkalies*. Phosphates Q*. Phytates Q*. Tetracycline*. Presence of other food in stomach', 'role': 'assistant'}]