Recruiting NA Iron Deficiency Anemia of Pregnancy

New treatment option for Iron Deficiency Anemia of Pregnancy

Official title Adiposity and Iron Requirements in Pregnancy

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06425796

What this study is testing

What it's testing
This study aims to explore how body fat influences the response to either 25 or 50 mg of daily iron supplements during pregnancy. We will conduct a double-blind randomized controlled intervention study involving 312 pregnant women recruited from antenatal clinics in the Northern Trust Area.
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Who can take part

Ages 18 and older, women only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.

You may be able to join if

  • Pregnant women
  • Age ≥ 18 years
  • BMI ≥18.5 kg/m2
  • Without current pregnancy complications (for example, severe bleeding, Diabetes Mellitus, hyperemesis gravidarum, ectopic and molar pregnancies)
  • At least 12 Gestational Week

You likely can't join if

  • Hb \<110 g/L
  • SF \<30 μg/L
  • High risk of iron overload (Hb \>150 g/L, transferrin saturation \>45% or SF\> 150 μg/L)
  • Participants with history of haematological, renal, liver, autoimmune disorders, malabsorptive syndromes
  • Participants with history of bariatric surgery
  • Participants who take steroids or anti-inflammatory treatments or drugs that affect gut absorption (proton-pump inhibitors)
See the full eligibility criteria
Who can join
  • Pregnant women
  • Age ≥ 18 years
  • BMI ≥18.5 kg/m2
  • Without current pregnancy complications (for example, severe bleeding, Diabetes Mellitus, hyperemesis gravidarum, ectopic and molar pregnancies)
  • At least 12 Gestational Week
  • Singleton pregnancy confirmed with the first ultrasound scan
  • Participants who are currently taking multivitamins will be included. They will be asked to discontinue any current supplementation.
What rules you out
  • Hb \<110 g/L
  • SF \<30 μg/L
  • High risk of iron overload (Hb \>150 g/L, transferrin saturation \>45% or SF\> 150 μg/L)
  • Participants with history of haematological, renal, liver, autoimmune disorders, malabsorptive syndromes
  • Participants with history of bariatric surgery
  • Participants who take steroids or anti-inflammatory treatments or drugs that affect gut absorption (proton-pump inhibitors)
  • Planned home births
  • Participants currently involved in another research study
  • Multiple pregnancy
  • Participants who do not speak English

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • Coleraine, Co Londonderry, United Kingdom
  • Coleraine, Co. Londonderry, United Kingdom

Questions & answers

Do participants get paid in this trial?

This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.

Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?

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How long does this study last?

The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.

Who can join this trial?

This study is enrolling female, 18 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include Coleraine, Co Londonderry, United Kingdom; Coleraine, Co. Londonderry, United Kingdom. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.

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