First change of improvement noted after iron therapy is initiated:: (A) Decreased irritability, (B) Reticulocytosis, (C) Increase in serum iron levels, (D) Replenishment of iron stores
Answer is A. RESPONSE TO TREATMENT IN IRON DEFICIENCY ANEMIA: Time after Iron administration Response 12-24 hours Decreased irritability, increased appetite 48-72 hours Reticulocytosis, peaks at 5-7 days post treatment 4-30 days Increase in Hb level (best measure) 1-3 months Repletion of stores