Maternal iron deficiency assessed by serum ferritin and birth outcomes in mainland China
Abstract Iron deficiency is prevalent among pregnant women because of the increased maternal iron requirements. Uncorrected maternal iron deficiency can lead to adverse neurodevelopmental outcomes in neonates. Therefore, the aim of this study was to assess serum ferritin concentration and prevalence...
| Published in: | Scientific Reports |
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| Main Authors: | , , , , , , |
| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Nature Portfolio
2025-01-01
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-80852-x |