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. 2004 Dec;18(6):1423-38, x.
doi: 10.1016/j.hoc.2004.07.005.

Trends in diagnosis and management of iron deficiency during infancy and early childhood

Claudio Sandoval  1 , Somasundaram Jayabose, Alvin N Eden
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Trends in diagnosis and management of iron deficiency during infancy and early childhood

Claudio Sandoval et al. Hematol Oncol Clin North Am. 2004 Dec.

Abstract

Iron deficiency remains a public health challenge. The neurocognitive deficits that are associated with iron deficiency are most worrisome. Moreover, iron deficiency-associated elevated blood lead levels magnify the problem. Pediatricians must strive to prevent iron deficiency.

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