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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Asra Firdous, M.B.B.S.[2]

Overview

Common risk factors in the development of anemia of prematurity are preterm birth, low birth weight, and excess blood loss during phlebotomy.

Risk Factors

Common risk factors in the development of anemia of prematurity include

• Premature birth
• Low birth weight
• Excess blood loss during phlebotomy for laboratory investigation in preterm infants

Less common risk factors in the development of anemia of prematurity include

• Family history of anemia
• Complications during pregnancy and delivery
• Excess blood loss during delivery
• Twin-twin transfusion