Abstract
Abstract
Inborn errors of energy metabolism (IEEM) are inherited conditions that typically present with impaired mitochondrial energy production and multisystem involvement, leading to adverse developmental outcomes. Iron is essential for mitochondrial function, and its deficiency may influence disease manifestations. The study aimed to evaluate the frequency of anemia and assess red blood cell indices, including the Mentzer Index (MI), in children with IEEM. This prospective observational study analyzed RBC indices in children (0-3 years) with clinically detected IEEM. Anemia was defined as per WHO criteria: hemoglobin CTRI Number
: CTRI/2023/11/060330.