Iron, Anemia, and Iron Deficiency Anemia among Young Children in the United States
Iron deficiency and anemia are associated with impaired neurocognitive development and immune function in young children. Total body iron, calculated from serum ferritin and soluble transferrin receptor concentrations, and hemoglobin allow for monitoring of the iron and anemia status of children in...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2016-05-01
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| Series: | Nutrients |
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| Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/8/6/330 |