What are the 3 stages of iron deficiency?

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Dr Kareemulla Shaik

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The First stage is Iron Depletion in which Iron in body becomes low, The second stage is reduced Iron availability which effects and reduces the production of red blood cells. The Third Stage is Anemia due to the reduction of red blood cells and Haemoglobin.

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