According to the World Health Organization (WHO), anemia in pregnancy is defined as a hemoglobin (Hb) concentration less than 11 g/dL (Hematocrit <32%).
Normal: Hb ≥ 11 g/dL
Anemia: Hb < 11 g/dL (Hematocrit <32%)
It is further classified based on severity- Mild, moderate and severe.
|
Category |
Hemoglobin (Hb) Level (g/dL) |
|
Normal |
≥ 11 g/dL |
|
Mild Anemia |
10–10.9 g/dL |
|
Moderate Anemia |
7–9.9 g/dL |
|
Severe Anemia |
< 7 g/dL |