THE INFLUENCE OF EXOGENOUS IRON ON FORMATION OF HEMOGLOBIN IN THE PREMATURE INFANT

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Exogenous iron can be utilized by premature infants at an earlier age than is generally appreciated, at a time when the naturally acquired iron stores are not depleted. The early administration of iron appears to accelerate recovery from the early anemia of prematurity, so that a significant increase in concentration of hemoglobin is seen by 3 months of age. Iron administered in the neonatal period can prevent the late anemia of prematurity. Dietary sources alone appear adequate for prevention of the late anemia in most premature infants receiving diets of superior nutritional quality.
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