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Study arms
| Group | Dose (mg/day Fe) | Universal (N) | Screen with Hepcidin (Yes or No) |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | 60 | 154 | No |
| Ba | 60 | 154 | Yes |
| Ca | 30 | 154 | Yes |
aGroups B and C will be tested weekly and only given their next seven day supply of iron if plasma hepcidin falls below cut-off for ‘safe and ready’
