V ITAMIN D is a prohormone nutrient, which is involved in skeletal and extraskeletal functions. Iron is another essential nutrient that is necessary for the production of red blood cells and oxygen transport. This element plays important roles in enzymatic systems including those required for Vitamin D activation. Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) is one of the most common diseases among pregnant women worldwide. Vitamin D deficiency (VDD) during pregnancy might be associated with some adverse effects on fetal growth. Thisstudy was designed to assess the possible relationship between IDA in pregnant mothers, their corresponding newborns and vitamin D deficiency (VDD). Research Design and Methods Maternal and fetal serum25-hydroxy vitamin D levels were evaluated using radioimmunoassay (RIA) technique, in 25 pregnancieswith IDA compared to 15 age-matched uncomplicated term gestations. Birth weight and clinical status of the neonateswere assessed.
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