Research

Medical Sciences

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 :

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

Organizations involved