It is given the problem analysis of iron deficiency anemia (IDA), risk factors, POL processes, and the activity of antioxidant enzymes. 52 children with hypochromic IDA were examined.
It was stated that IDA is accompanied by hemic hypoxy and sideropeny by reducing contents of hemoglobin, quantity of erythrocytes and ferritin concentration, transferrin satiety with iron, oppression of the enzymes activity of antioxidant defense system. IDA increases POL processes.