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Observational studySaudi medical journal2025

Unmasking iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia in Saudi Arabia: Data from a large private sector lab.

Osman O Radhwi, Omar M Raslan, May A Almoshary, Eman M Mansory

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Observational study in Saudi medical journal, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. An erratum has been issued. Cited by 5 papers.

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5 · Who and what money

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4 authors.

Osman O RadhwiFrom the Department of Hematology (Radhwi, Mansory), King Abdulaziz University, the Hematology Research Unit (Radhwi, Mansory), King Fahad Medical Research Unit, the Department of Internal Medicine (Raslan), University of Jeddah, Jeddah, from Al Borg Medical Laboratories (Almoshary), Al Borg Diagnostics, the Department of Basic Science (Almoshary), Faculty of Medicine, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1578-3998
Omar M RaslanFrom the Department of Hematology (Radhwi, Mansory), King Abdulaziz University, the Hematology Research Unit (Radhwi, Mansory), King Fahad Medical Research Unit, the Department of Internal Medicine (Raslan), University of Jeddah, Jeddah, from Al Borg Medical Laboratories (Almoshary), Al Borg Diagnostics, the Department of Basic Science (Almoshary), Faculty of Medicine, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
May A AlmosharyFrom the Department of Hematology (Radhwi, Mansory), King Abdulaziz University, the Hematology Research Unit (Radhwi, Mansory), King Fahad Medical Research Unit, the Department of Internal Medicine (Raslan), University of Jeddah, Jeddah, from Al Borg Medical Laboratories (Almoshary), Al Borg Diagnostics, the Department of Basic Science (Almoshary), Faculty of Medicine, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Eman M MansoryFrom the Department of Hematology (Radhwi, Mansory), King Abdulaziz University, the Hematology Research Unit (Radhwi, Mansory), King Fahad Medical Research Unit, the Department of Internal Medicine (Raslan), University of Jeddah, Jeddah, from Al Borg Medical Laboratories (Almoshary), Al Borg Diagnostics, the Department of Basic Science (Almoshary), Faculty of Medicine, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

objectivesThis study investigates the prevalence of iron deficiency anemia (IDA) in Saudi Arabia, analyzing variations by gender, age, and geographical region.

methodsAn observational, cross-sectional analysis was conducted from January 2014 to February 2024 using data from Al Borg laboratories, including ferritin levels, demographics, and routine hematological results.

resultsThe study included 420,956 individuals, with 73% being female and 94% over 15 years old. The IDA was found in 19.8% of patients, Non-Anemic Iron Deficiency (NAID) in 23.7%, and other anemias in 9.6%. Females represented 93% of those with IDA and NAID. All patients under 12 were anemic, with 45% having IDA. Among the elderly (65+), 29% had iron deficiency. Prevalence varied geographically, from 28% in Al-Jouf to 42% in Makkah, with female rates reaching 69%.

conclusionThe study reveals a high prevalence of IDA and NAID across Saudi Arabia, particularly among females. It underscores the need for targeted interventions to address this public health issue.

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Anemia, Iron-DeficiencyIron DeficienciesAdolescentAdultAgedChildChild, PreschoolCross-Sectional StudiesFemaleFerritinsHumansInfantMaleMiddle AgedPrevalencePrivate SectorFerritinsanemiaferritinIron deficiencySaudi Arabia

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