NUTRITION AND MICRONUTRIENTS SCREENING PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN

Nutrition and micronutrients are not only supportive factors but also significant basis for children’s comprehensive growth and development. They not only determine children’s height and weight but also have a profound influence on their intelligence, immune system, and long-term health.

As such, American International Hospital (AIH) has established the Nutrition and Micronutrients Screening Program, which is in-depth designed for children from 6 months old to 15 years old, aiming for:

1. Comprehensive assessment of children’s development and nutrition status

• Measuring height, weight, BMI index, and comparing them to the growth standard of WHO

• Receiving an in-depth consultation from highly experienced Pediatricians and Nutrition specialists. They will closely cooperate to analyze the connection among diet, clinical symptoms, and micronutrient deficiency signs.

2. In-depth screening of essential micronutrient indices and metabolic function

Undergoing blood work to measure important indices that could affect children’s growth, immune system, and intelligence development:

Group 1: Hemogenic micronutrients

• Iron, Ferritin, Reticulocyte - risk assessment of iron deficiency anemia

• Vitamin B12, Acid folic - relate to macrocytic anemia, which influence on the brain and bone marrow.

Group 2: Micronutrients for developing height, bone, nervous system, and immune system

• Vitamin D, Zinc, Ionized Calcium, Phosphorus, Magnesium - support bone growth, development of height, immune system and nervous system.

Group 3: Other metabolic function indices

• Electrolytes (Na, K, Cl), Total Protein, Albumin, Liver enzymes (AST, ALT), Urea, Creatinine - assess liver and kidney functions as well as overall metabolism.

3.Early detection of potential nutritional problems: Malnutrition, anemia, developmental delay, electrolyte disorders, or micronutrient deficiency with no obvious external symptoms.

4. Personalized consultation of diet and micronutrient supplement plan: Based on test results and clinical examination, the doctor will provide specific and scientific guidance suitable for each child’s age, physical condition, taste preferences, and absorption capacity. Additionally, they will offer advice on preventing recurrent deficiencies and planning regular follow-up appointments if necessary.

5. A trusted companion for parents on the journey of raising healthy children - from the very first steps

• Equipping parents with scientific nutritional knowledge that can be easily applied to daily life

• Proactively prevent developmental disorders relating to micronutrients

• Boosting the immune system, physical strength, and intelligence for children during golden age

The program is conducted by a team of experienced Pediatricians and Clinical Nutrition Specialists at AIH, supported by internationally accredited, state-of-the-art testing equipment (CAP). Each micronutrient index is precisely and thoroughly analyzed, enabling early detection of potential deficiencies even before clear clinical symptoms appear.

In addition, AIH’s pediatric zone is designed for children’s utmost safety and friendliness. Every examination experience is thoroughly prepared, helping to comfort children. Parents feel at ease throughout the process of monitoring their child's health.

Don't wait until your child shows obvious signs. Instead, proactively pursue Nutrition and Micronutrient Screening for your children starting today, so you can accompany them on their journey of healthy growth, strong from within.-