摘要：The importance of the role ofVitamin D in bone metabolism is well known but its effect on other systems is emerging with greater understanding of this vitamin-cum hormone.The grow ing evidence of widespread deficiency particularly in high-risk population is alarming.The high prevalence of deficiency in pregnant and lactating mothers and their new born babies is disturbing.The levels of Vitamin D considered adequate as well as the recommended doses for the pregnant and lactating mother and infant are still areas of controversy.The long-term harmful efcts ofVitamin D deficiency on the fetus and newborn need to be addressed urgently.The article highlights these issues and discusses remedial measures.
关键词："Vitamin D deficiency';‘perinatal period';'newborm'.
