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A 31 year old woman who is 32 weeks pregnant attends the antenatal clinic. Lab investigations: Hgb 10.7, MCV 91. What is the most appropriate management for this patient?

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A 31 year old woman who is 32 weeks pregnant attends the antenatal clinic. Lab

investigations: Hgb 10.7, MCV 91. What is the most appropriate management for

this patient?


  1. Folate supplement
  2. Ferrous sulphate 200mg/d PO
  3. Iron dextran
  4. No treatment required

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The key is D. No treatment required. [According to NICE, cut offs for iron supplements:

 

at booking (8-10 weeks)- if less than 11

at 28 weeks and further- if less than 10.5

if less than these values=> give iron].

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