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However, due to the reliance of the bacteria on iron, the management of anaemia in TB is complicated, and anaemia of infection is likely to resolve with correct TB drug treatment. On the other hand, IDA may require iron supplementation. This review aims to describe iron metabolism in TB and how this contributes to the development of iron deficiency and anaemia. 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