Conclusion
anaemia, Multiparity
ANAEMIA, EARLY PREGNANCY
Since Hb concentration is very often the only biomarker of iron status used in clinical practice, pregnant women with anaemia are treated with iron supplementation, but those with ID without anaemia remain under-diagnosed and untreated, so estimating SF concentration in early pregnancy and its associated factors is of great importance for early prevention of ID. Multiparity and being underweight are strong predisposing factors of maternal ID in early pregnancy in non-anaemic women. A diet high in meat, protein, and iron reduce the likelihood of starting pregnancy with ID. Midwives and obstetricians should pay special attention to the iron status of pregnant women at high risk of ID, such as those who are underweight, multiparous or on vegetarian diets.
