Investigation on the prevalence and influencing factors to anemia in women at reproductive age
Wang, L.; Zhao, G.; Chen, L.
Zhonghua Liu Xing Bing Xue Za Zhi 20(3): 158-161
1999
ISSN/ISBN: 0254-6450 PMID: 10682527 Document Number: 643629
To investigate the prevalence of anemia in women of reproductive age and to analyze the influencing factors in anemia. A total number of 1,529 women aged 15-49 years old including workers, farmers, cadres and students were tested with Hb and FEP and investigated through questionnaire including related influencing factors. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS/PC statistical software. Mean value of Hb was 116.35 g/L (SD 14.67 g/L) in 1,529 cases and the prevalence rate of anemia was 31.2%. Majority of the anemia identified belonged to the 'iron deficiency type'. Influencing factors on anemia included occupation, education, marriage status, menstruation, status of family expenses and physical exercise. The prevalence rate of anemia in reproductive aged women was high, thus more attention should be paid. In order to lower the incidence of anemia, preventive and intervenient measurements should be conducted accordingly.