A recent study analyzed the diagnosis and treatment of iron deficiency anemia. Diagnosis involves lab tests showing altered hemoglobin and iron levels. Treatment includes correcting the root cause and iron supplementation, vital for at-risk groups like women, blood donors, adolescents, and vegetarians. The study concludes that a comprehensive healthcare team approach is essential for management, with ongoing research needed to evaluate the long-term effectiveness of iron therapy in diverse ethnic groups.

Reference: Warner MJ, Kamran MT. Iron Deficiency Anemia. 2023 Aug 7. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2023 Jan–. PMID: 28846348.