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Is vitamin d supplement recommended for pregnant women with a level of 22? will low vit d affect baby/pregnancy? safe to take with prenatals?

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Dr. Troy Ross answered

Specializes in Occupational Medicine

Very important : Vitamin D3 is a critical hormone and plays an important role in fetal development. An optimal level is 50ng/dl so you need to supplement. Work with your doctor to put a plan in place. Go here for more information http://m.acog.org/Resources-And-Publications/Committee-Opinions/Committee-on-Obstetric-Practice/Vitamin-D-Screening-and-Supplementation-During-Pregnancy?IsMobileSet=true

Answered 1/17/2016

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