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Understanding Latent Anemia and Iron Deficiency by Dr.P.Natarajan is a document available to read on EtoBox.

Iron deficiency without anemia is common and can present with non-specific symptoms, with low ferritin and transferrin saturation but normal hemoglobin levels. Latent iron deficiency (LID) is characterized by low serum ferritin and normal hemoglobin, and can progress to iron-deficiency anemia if not addressed. The WHO recommends using ferritin concentration to diagnose iron deficiency, particularly in healthy individuals and those with infection or inflammation.

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Dr.P.Natarajan

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