Iron status and risk factors of iron deficiency among pregnant women in Singapore: a cross-sectional study

• Main Authors: See Ling Loy (Author), Li Min Lim (Author), Shiao-Yng Chan (Author), Pei Ting Tan (Author), Yen Lin Chee (Author), Phaik Ling Quah (Author), Jerry Kok Yen Chan (Author), Kok Hian Tan (Author), Fabian Yap (Author), Keith M. Godfrey (Author), Lynette Pei-Chi Shek (Author), Mary Foong-Fong Chong (Author), Michael S. Kramer (Author), Yap-Seng Chong (Author), Claudia Chi (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2019-04-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Iron deficiency is the most prevalent nutrient deficiency and the most common cause of anaemia worldwide. Because of the increased iron requirements during pregnancy, iron deficiency can lead to maternal anaemia and reduced newborn iron stores. We examined the proportion and risk...