Mechanisms of intestinal iron absorption and consequences of iron supplementation during the perinatal period

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http://purl.org/au-research/grants/nhmrc/552430

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Closed

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Funded Activity Summary

Iron intake is particularly high during pregnancy and in the newborn to meet the requirements of the growing fetus and neonate. While it is widely recommended that women take iron supplements at this time, too much iron may adversely affect pregnancy outcome. The aim of this study is to understand the factors controlling iron intake in the perinatal and the consequences of excess iron. This will provide the physiological information required to make rational decisions about iron supplementation.

Funded Activity Details

Start Date: 01-01-2009

End Date: 01-01-2012

Funding Scheme: NHMRC Project Grants

Funding Amount: $526,878.00

Funder: National Health and Medical Research Council

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Other Keywords

intestinal absorption | iron | iron deficiency | iron overload | iron supplementation | neonate | nutrition | pregnancy

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