How many iron dextran injections do piglets need?

It is standard to provide iron dextran injections to piglets shortly after birth, but how many are necessary?

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Iron supplementation is crucial for piglets, especially those raised indoors, as they are prone to iron deficiency anemia. The standard method is providing iron dextran injections shortly after birth. However, the question remains whether one or two injections are necessary to maintain healthy iron levels throughout the pre-weaning period.

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