Non-invasive Detection of Iron Deficiency in Obstetrics

Conditions studied

Iron Deficiency Anemia of Pregnancy, Iron-deficiency, Restless Leg Syndrome in Pregnancy, Restless Leg Syndrome Due to Iron Deficiency Anaemia, Postpartum Hemorrhage, Postpartum Depression, Pregnancy Anemia, Iron Deficiency (Without Anemia)

About this study

Validation of non-invasive measurement of zinc protoporphyrin for detection of iron deficiency in pregnancy. In addition, the impact of iron deficiency on the incidence of postpartum depression, restless legs syndrome, obstetric complications and quality of life will be examined.

Interventions

• Diagnostic Test: non-invasive measurement of zink protoporphyrin — validation of non-invasive measurement of zink protoporphyrin

Primary outcomes

• Accuracy of non-invasive zinc protoporphyrin for the detection of iron deficiency in pregnancy (through study completion, up to 3 months postpartum)

Eligibility information

Study locations

• University Hospital Würzburg, Würzburg, Bavaria 97080 Germany