This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Diet in Pregnancy, Subject name: Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Total iron requirement during pregnancy is? 
Select and explain. 
A. 500 mg, B. 750 mg, C. 1000 mg, D. 1500 mg
C: 1000 mg
Answer: C: 1000 mg 
Explanation: ANSWER: (C) 1000 mgREF: Dutta 6th ed p. 55Total iron requirement during pregnancy is 1000 mg, this requirement is mostly limited to last 12 weeks.In second half of pregnancy daily requirement of iron is around 6-7 mg