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\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 BY DR. KHOOBSURAT NAJMA<\/strong><\/p>\n

What Is Iron-Deficiency Anemia?<\/u><\/strong><\/h2>\n

Iron deficiency anemia occurs when there are low iron levels in the body leading to impaired oxygen delivery to the body cells. Iron deficiency can negatively affect growth and development of both the mind and body of a child.<\/p>\n

Why is iron important for the body?<\/u><\/strong><\/h2>\n

Iron is important for formation of hemoglobin, a protein that helps in circulating oxygen to the whole body.<\/p>\n

Normal Hemoglobin Levels for Children<\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Age Group<\/td>\nNormal\u00a0Hemoglobin Level<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
6 months-4 years<\/td>\n>=11.0g\/dL<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
5-12 years<\/td>\n>=11.5g\/dL<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
12-15 years<\/td>\n>=12.0g\/dL<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Hemoglobin values below these levels may indicate anemia.<\/p>\n

Signs and symptoms:<\/u><\/strong><\/h2>\n