Five-year-old Javiette has been experiencing poor cognitive function over the past several weeks. Her pediatrician ordered a blood test which indicated Javiette's ferritin levels were low. Her transferrin receptor levels are elevated,but not significantly. Based on this information,Javiette is in ________ of iron depletion.
A)stage 2
B)stage 1
C)stage 3

Question

Five-year-old Javiette has been experiencing poor cognitive function over the past several weeks.  Her pediatrician ordered a blood test which indicated Javiette's ferritin levels were low.  Her transferrin receptor levels are elevated,but not significantly.  Based on this information,Javiette is in ________ of iron depletion.
A)stage 2
B)stage 1
C)stage 3

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Javiette is in stage 2 of iron depletion, characterized by low ferritin levels and slightly elevated transferrin receptor levels, indicating iron deficiency without anemia.

Five-Year-Old Javiette Has Been Experiencing Poor Cognitive Function Over the Past