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Cut-off for haemoglobin and serum ferritin in the assessment of iron deficiency anaemia in women
| Hemoglobin level | Anaemia status |
|---|---|
| 12.0 to 15 g/dL | Normal |
| 11-11.9 g/dL | Mild anaemia |
| 8-10.9 g/dL | Moderate anaemia |
| <8 g/dL | Severe anaemia |
| Serum ferritin concentration | |
| (<15 g/L) | Depleted iron stores |
| Severe risk of iron overload | >150 |
World Health Organization. Serum ferritin concentrations for the assessment of iron status and iron deficiency in populations. World Health Organization; 2011
