Table 1 Socio-demographic characteristics of the investigated women
Variable | Normal (N= 303) | Mild/moderate anaemia (N= 303) | Severe anaemia (N= 303) | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Age, years | 32.2(6.1) | 33.2 (5.0) | 33 (6.0) | 0.1 |
Parity | 3.2(2) | 3.2(2.4) | 3.4(2.1) | 0.3 |
Rural residence | 113 (37.3%) | 231(76.2%) | 246 (81.2%) | 0.001 |
lack of antenatal care | 98 (32.3%) | 163 (53.7%) | 229 (75.5%) | < 0.001 |
Education < secondary level | 73 (24%) | 173 (57%) | 176 (58%) | < 0.001 |