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Vitamin B12, Folic Acid, and Vitamin D Status in Women of Reproductive Age
Sponsor: University of Mostar
Summary
This cross-sectional observational study aims to assess serum concentrations of vitamin B12, folic acid, and vitamin D in women of reproductive age in Herzegovina. The study is led by Professor Vajdana Tomić, MD, PhD, who serves as the Principal Investigator, at the Faculty of Health Studies, University of Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina. The goal is to determine whether current international supplementation guidelines reflect the actual micronutrient status of this population. A total of 360 women aged 18-49 will be enrolled between December 2024 and December 2025 after providing informed consent. The findings will inform population-specific recommendations for micronutrient supplementation during the preconception period and pregnancy. The study will be conducted at the Faculty of Health Studies, University of Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Official title: Assessment of Serum Concentrations of Vitamin B12, Folic Acid, and Vitamin D in Women of Reproductive Age to Determine Recommended Supplementation Doses in the Preconception Period and During Pregnancy
Key Details
Gender
FEMALE
Age Range
18 Years - 49 Years
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
360
Start Date
2024-12-20
Completion Date
2025-12-01
Last Updated
2025-08-01
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
No Interventions
This is an observational study. No intervention will be administered. Participants will provide blood samples for micronutrient analysis.
Locations (1)
University Hospital Mostar
Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina