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What is a serum ferritin test?
What is a serum ferritin test?
What is a serum ferritin test?
A serum ferritin test helps the doctor understand how much iron or ferritin the body is storing.Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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What are the diagnostic features of iron deficiency?
The features which can indicate anemia are unexplained weakness, brittle nails, chest pain (without any reason), fatigue and breathlessness. If you are having most of the symptoms consider taking a test and consulting a general practitioner.Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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How long will it take for iron deficiency anaemia to resolve?
It may take 30-90 days for iron deficiency to get resolved by diet. However, if you have a blood disorder you may need regular medications to keep up the iron levels.Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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What are the common symptoms of iron deficiency anemia?
The most common symptoms of iron deficiency (anemia) are fatigue, rapid heartbeats, shortness of breathe, headache and unexplained generalised weakness.Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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How much blood is drawn for a ferritin blood test?
Approximately 3 ml of blood is drawn for ferritin blood testLast updated on 09 Dec 2024
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