Longitudinal Effects of Iron Deficiency Anemia and Subsequent Repletion on Blood Parameters and the Rate and Composition of Growth in Pigs

Iron deficiency is reported as the most common nutrient deficiency worldwide. Due to rapid growth, infants are at particular risk for developing iron deficiency, which can easily progress to iron deficiency anemia (IDA), if not treated. The aim of this study was to determine the lasting effects of a...

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Main Authors: Laura C. Knight, Ryan N. Dilger
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-05-01
Series:Nutrients
Subjects:
pig
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/10/5/632