The effect of feeding a low iron diet prior to and during gestation on fetal and maternal iron homeostasis in two strains of rat
(2013)
Journal Article
Cornock, R., Gambling, L., Langley-Evans, S. C., McArdle, H. J., & McMullen, S. (2013). The effect of feeding a low iron diet prior to and during gestation on fetal and maternal iron homeostasis in two strains of rat. Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology, 11(32), Article 32. https://doi.org/10.1186/1477-7827-11-32
Background
Iron deficiency anaemia during pregnancy is a global problem, with short and long term consequences for maternal and child health. Animal models have demonstrated that the developing fetus is vulnerable to maternal iron restriction, impac...
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