Describe the developmental and long-term risks associated with iron deficiency in infants.
What will be an ideal response?
Both iron-deficiency anemia (IDA) and iron deficiency without anemia (ID) during infancy are of major significance because of their relationship with neurodevelopment and behavior. Research in infants who have long-term and severe iron-deficiency anemia suggests inadequate iron contributes to long-term learning delays from its role in central nervous system development. Iron deficiency is associated with poor cognitive, motor, and socio-emotional development in infancy, and in later childhood with poor cognition and school achievement.
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After absorption, which blood protein binds copper for transport to the liver?
A) globulin B) transferrin C) hemoglobin D) albumin
Which of the following substances is in breast milk but not in infant formulas?
A. Antibodies B. Iron C. Lipids D. Lactose
What would be the appropriate amount of fibronectin in 100 mL of blood?
A. 100 mg/dL B. 200 mg/dL C. 300 mg/dL D. 450 mg/dL E. 600 mg/dL