20 Questions
What is the most common type of anemia?
Iron deficiency anemia
What is the main cause of iron deficiency anemia?
Inadequate supply of dietary iron
Why does iron deficiency anemia occur in premature infants?
They have lower iron stores due to fetus iron storage
What is the most common cause of loss of iron in the body?
Chronic diseases
Where are the iron stores in a full-term infant located?
Liver and spleen
What is the normal range of serum iron level for adults?
50 to 170 μg/dL
Which organ stores around 30% of the iron in the body?
Spleen
What is a clinical manifestation of anemia?
Frequent infections
What is the recommended age to start giving a baby an iron supplement?
4 - 6 months
What does aplastic anemia refer to?
Low counts of all three formed elements of blood
What is the normal range of serum iron level for adults?
100 to 250 μg/dL
Which iron-rich dietary source should be increased for good iron absorption?
Red meat
What is a potential side effect of iron medication?
Tooth discoloration
What is the main cause of aplastic anemia?
Bone marrow failure
When should a baby be started on an iron supplement?
During the first year of life
What is the most prevalent and preventable nutritional disorder?
Iron deficiency anemia
Where are iron stores located in a full-term infant?
Liver, spleen, and bone marrow
What is the main cause of iron deficiency anemia?
Insufficient dietary intake or absorption of iron
What is the most common anemia in children?
Iron deficiency anemia
Where is 65% of the iron in the body bound up?
Hemoglobin molecules in red blood cells
Explore the causes and symptoms of iron deficiency anemia, the most prevalent and preventable nutritional disorder, characterized by a low hemoglobin concentration. Learn about the inadequate supply of dietary iron and its impact on hemoglobin formation.
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