Prevalence of Vitamin D Deficiency Among Newborns

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2020-03
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Indian Academy of Pediatrics
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We observed that 760 (92.1%) out of 825 healthy newborns atour institution had vitamin D deficiency (VDD) at birth. Theseobservations highlight the importance of regular screening andsupplementation of vitamin D in the early years of life.
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Neonate, Nutrition,Tandem Mass spectroscopy
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Kumar R Kishore, Das Hari, Girish SV, Nevilebasappa Akash. Prevalence of Vitamin D Deficiency Among Newborns. Indian Pediatrics. 2020 Mar; 57(3): 258-259
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https://imsear.searo.who.int/handle/123456789/199508
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Indian Pediatrics