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Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Nutritional Science
  • Hematology

Background:

  • High body mass index (BMI) in children is increasingly linked to various health issues.
  • Iron deficiency is a common nutritional deficiency with significant health implications.
  • Overweight and obesity may influence iron status in pediatric populations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the prevalence of iron deficiency in children with overweight or obesity.
  • To assess the relationship between high BMI and iron status markers in children.

Main Methods:

  • Screening of 71 children diagnosed with overweight or obesity for iron deficiency.
  • Measurement of key iron status indicators including ferritin and plasma soluble transferrin receptor (sTrfR).
  • Calculation of mean BMI, ferritin, and sTrfR levels.

Main Results:

  • The mean BMI of the study group was 26.1 kg/m2.
  • Mean ferritin levels were 41.9 µg/L and mean sTrfR levels were 0.375 mg/L.
  • A significant proportion of children, 28%, had anemia, and 62% exhibited a hypoferraemic state.

Conclusions:

  • Children with overweight or obesity are at a high risk for iron deficiency.
  • The findings underscore the need for routine iron status screening in pediatric populations with high BMI.
  • Early detection and intervention are crucial to prevent long-term health consequences associated with iron deficiency in this demographic.