Five-year-old Javiette has been experiencing poor cognitive function over the past several weeks. Her pediatrician ordered a blood test which indicated Javiette's ferritin levels were low. Her transferrin receptor levels are elevated, but not significantly. Based on this information, Javiette is in ________ of iron depletion.
A. stage 2
B. stage 3
C. stage 1
Answer: A
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