Early pregnancy iron levels may flag diabetes risk

NCT ID NCT07433465

Completed Diagnosis Sponsor: Zagazig University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at whether measuring ferritin (a marker of iron stores) in early pregnancy can help predict which women will later develop gestational diabetes. Researchers followed 556 pregnant women, measuring their ferritin and other blood markers early on. The goal was to see if high ferritin levels could identify high-risk women before diabetes develops, potentially allowing for earlier care and better outcomes.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this could lead to a simple blood test early in pregnancy to identify women at risk for gestational diabetes, allowing for earlier monitoring and lifestyle changes.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. The findings need to be confirmed in larger, more diverse groups before any test is widely used. High ferritin may not be the only factor involved.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

diabetes mellitus

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

DIABETES MELLITUS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Benha University

Banhā, Al Qalyoubia, 13511, Egypt

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