Iron deficiency and child brain development study
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Brain & nervous system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks at whether iron deficiency anemia affects how babies and toddlers (6 to 24 months old) develop their thinking, learning, and behavior. It compares children who have iron-deficiency anemia with those who do not, to help doctors understand the impact on early brain development.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 6 and 24 months old.
- A blood test has shown your child either has iron-deficiency anemia or is not anemic.
- Your family has lived in the study area for at least 6 months before joining.
- You are willing to give consent and follow the study plan (including checkups).
- Your child was not born premature (before 37 weeks) and weighed at least 5.5 pounds at birth.
Quick eligibility check
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