Recommended Daily Allowance of Folic Acid During Pregnancy

A pregnant woman is visiting her prenatal care provider for the first time. During this visit, the nurse discusses the importance of folic acid in the diet to prevent certain birth defects. Folic acid supplements should ideally be taken before conception and during the early stages of pregnancy.

Fill in the blank: The recommended daily allowance of folic acid for pregnant women is _____ micrograms.