Table 2 Classification of iodine status of school-age children based on WHO criteria, Dabat District, 2016
Median UIC(μg/l) | Number (%) | Iodine status |
|---|---|---|
< 20 | 3 (0.8) | Severe deficiency |
20–49 | 4 (1.1) | Moderate deficiency |
50–99 | 24 (6.7) | Mild deficiency |
100–199 | 100 (27.9) | Adequate |
200–299 | 123 (34.4) | Above requirements |
> 300 | 104 (29.1) | Excessive |