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Best test to detect iron deficiency in community is:

A
Serum transferrin
B
Serum ferritin
C
Serum iron
D
Hemoglobin
High-Yield Explanation
Evaluation of iron status in the body can be done by: Serum ferritin: 'Most sensitive tool for evaluation of iron status' , especially in populations with low prevalence of anemia. Hemoglobin concentration: A relatively insensitive index of nutrient depletion. Serum iron concentration: Normal range is 0.80 - 1.80 mg/L. Serum transferrin saturation: Normal value is 30%.

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