What are the diagnostic criteria for iron deficiency anemia in pregnancy?
Disease description:
A 30-year-old pregnant woman was found to have iron deficiency anemia during a hospital health checkup. I would like to ask, what are the diagnostic criteria for iron deficiency anemia in pregnancy?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Heyang
Iron deficiency anemia is the most common type of anemia during pregnancy. It occurs due to increased iron demands from fetal growth and development, as well as expanded blood volume during pregnancy. Particularly in the second and third trimesters, insufficient iron intake or absorption in pregnant women can lead to anemia. The increased iron requirement during pregnancy is the primary cause of iron deficiency in pregnant women. Therefore, iron supplementation is essential in treatment to correct the underlying cause of iron deficiency anemia.
