![]() Results: The mean serum zinc concentration was 63.68(+27.3) μg/dl (95% CI: 21.0 to 194.7μg/dl).The prevalence of zinc deficiency among pregnant women was 39.5% (95% CI: 34.5% – 44.2%).Morbidity during pregnancy, low intakes of foods of animal origin, coffee intake and elevated C-reactive protein were pertinent risk factor significantly associated with zinc deficiency. P-value<0.05at 95% confidence interval was considered statistically. ![]() Statistical analysis was done using logistic regression methods. ![]() Serum zinc concentration was measured using Atomic Absorption Spectrometry. Blood samples were collected to analyze biochemical indicators. Data on associated risk factors of zinc deficiency were gathered using a structured questionnaire. Methods: Randomly selected 403 women were included in cross-sectional study conducted in Addis Ababa in July-August, 2016. The aim of the present study was to assess the prevalence and associated risk factors of zinc deficiency among pregnant women in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. However, evidences on the associated risk factors of zinc deficiency among pregnant women are limited and not conclusive. Abstract Background: Many studies reveal that zinc deficiency during pregnancy leads to diverse pregnancy complications.
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