Life Sciences & Biotechnology
Title : | Periconceptional Surveillance for Prevention of Anemia and Birth Defects in India |
Area of research : | Life Sciences & Biotechnology, Medical Sciences |
Focus area : | Nutrition |
Principal Investigator : | Dr Wesley Bonam, Medical Director, Arogyavaram Medical Centre (AMC), Andhra Pradesh |
Timeline Start Year : | 2017 |
Timeline End Year : | 2019 |
Contact info : | wesleywesleyamc@yahoo.co.in |
Details
Executive Summary : | Women of reproductive age (WRA) are a high-risk population for anaemia and micronutrient deficiencies. Evidence supports the role of periconceptional nutrition in the development of adverse pregnancy complications. However, in India, there are limited population-based data to guide evidence-based recommendations and priority setting. The objective of the study is to conduct a population-based biomarker survey of anaemia and vitamin B12 and folate status in WRA as part of a periconceptional surveillance programme in Southern India. |
Total Budget (INR): | 2,30,16,756 |
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