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[Hematologic changes in female athletes].

J J Faintuch1

  • 1Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo.

Revista Do Hospital Das Clinicas
|July 1, 1992
PubMed
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Iron deficiency is a common global health issue affecting athletic performance. This study found overt anemia uncommon in young female volleyball athletes, with no significant impact on exercise capacity despite some athletes having lower hemoglobin levels.

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Area of Science:

  • Sports Medicine
  • Hematology
  • Nutritional Science

Background:

  • Iron deficiency is the leading cause of anemia worldwide.
  • Hemoglobin concentration is critical for oxygen transport and physical performance.
  • Understanding hematologic patterns in athletes is essential for optimizing health and performance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the hematologic profiles of young female volleyball athletes.
  • To assess the prevalence of iron deficiency and anemia in this population.
  • To determine the relationship between hemoglobin levels and maximal aerobic exercise capacity.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized questionnaires, physical examinations, and laboratory analyses.
  • Measured iron intake, serum iron concentration, and hemoglobin concentration.

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  • Assessed maximal aerobic exercise capacity using exercise electrocardiography.

    • Main Results:

    • Average iron intake was 13.99 mg/day, serum iron 108.61 µg/dL, and hemoglobin 12.94 g/dL.
    • Four athletes (22%) presented with hemoglobin < 12 g/dL and lower serum iron.
    • No significant differences in maximal aerobic exercise capacity were observed between athletes with hemoglobin above or below 12 g/dL.

    Conclusions:

    • Overt anemia appears uncommon in young female volleyball athletes in São Paulo.
    • Lower hemoglobin levels within the studied range did not significantly impair maximal aerobic exercise capacity in these athletes.
    • Further research may explore optimal iron intake and management strategies for athletes.