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

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 factors of iron deficiency among pregnant women in a developed Asian country. Within a prospective cohort in Singapore, 985 Asian women were assessed for iron status at...