Study of hematological parameters in anemia in pregnancy in a tertiary care hospital
Journal Title: MedPulse -International Medical Journal - Year 2017, Vol 4, Issue 6
Abstract
Background: Anemia is the most common hematological disorder during pregnancy. The knowledge of hematological parameters in pregnancy can help in preventing the complications due to anemia. There is a need to monitor these parameters during pregnancy. The aim of this study was to determine the hematological profile of anemic pregnant women who were attending antenatal hospital. Material and Methods: This cross sectional study was carried out in 400 pregnant females with Hb<11gm/dl in first and third trimester of pregnancy and Hb<10.5gm/dl in second trimester of pregnancy. Blood samples were collected by qualified technician for hematological estimation. Results: The prevalence of anemia in our institute was 39.4%.Mean hemoglobin for all anemic pregnant women was 8.4 gm/dl. Out of 400 cases, 180 (45%) were in age group of 21-25 years. In all age groups moderate, microcytic hypochromic anemiaduring third trimester was predominant. Other hematological parameters like RBC, MCV, HCT, MCHC, MCH were also below the normal range. Discussion: Although the individual hematological parameters have their limitations but a combination of different parameters improves their clinical utility. The hematological parameters help in early diagnosis of anemia which warrants adequate clinical attention, to find out the cause, type, severity and treatment of anemia.
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Poonam Pratap Pawale
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