Evaluation of Iron Deficiency Anaemia in Pregnant Females and Correlation of Red Cell Indices with Serum Ferritin
Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2018, Vol 6, Issue 7
Abstract
Background: Iron deficiency anaemia is the main cause of the anaemia throughout the world especially in women of reproductive age group and particularly during pregnancy. Various parameters that are used to evaluate the cause of anaemia include complete blood cell count, peripheral smear, reticulocyte count, serum iron indices. Methods: This is a prospective study which was conducted over a period of 1 year and included 100 patients. Results: out of total 100 patients, majority (76%) had mild anaemia. Statistically significant correlation was found between serum ferritin and RDW (P<0.05) whereas no correlation was established between serum ferritin and PCV, MCV, MCH & MCHC. Conclusion: RDW estimation is a preliminary diagnosis that can give an idea of iron deficiency anaemia but for final diagnosis serum ferritin should be done.
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Dr Mahima Sharma
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