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Iron Deficiency Anaemia — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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An 8-month-old exclusively breastfed infant presents with pallor and irritability. Hb is 85 g/L, MCV 62 fL, ferritin 5 mcg/L. What is the most likely cause?

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Correct answer: D — Iron deficiency anaemia from inadequate dietary iron

Term infants deplete their iron stores by 4-6 months. Exclusively breastfed infants without iron supplementation or iron-rich complementary foods from 6 months are at high risk of iron deficiency.

Reference: NHMRC – 2024 – Infant Feeding Guidelines