Effects of maternal iron status on placental and fetal iron homeostasis

Volume: 130, Issue: 2, Pages: 625 - 640
Published: Dec 17, 2019
Abstract
Iron deficiency is common worldwide and is associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes. The increasing prevalence of indiscriminate iron supplementation during pregnancy also raises concerns about the potential adverse effects of iron excess. We examined how maternal iron status affects the delivery of iron to the placenta and fetus. Using mouse models, we documented maternal homeostatic mechanisms that protect the placenta and fetus from...
Paper Details
Title
Effects of maternal iron status on placental and fetal iron homeostasis
Published Date
Dec 17, 2019
Volume
130
Issue
2
Pages
625 - 640
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