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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 do you feel when you are iron deficient?
When you are iron deficient the first common symptom is that they feel unexplained fatigue and lack of energy. If you are feeling so, get a blood test done to know your iron levels.Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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What is a good diet for getting over iron deficiency?
A good diet for getting over boderline iron deficiency is fortified cereals rich in iron and spinach. Additionally, take green leafy vegetables that will help you resolve your iron deficiency over a period of time.Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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Can I take an iron supplement if I have haemoglobin 6g/dl?
Yes, you can take iron supplements if your hemoglobin levels are 6. However, consider investigating why your levels are low with a blood test.Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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How long does it take to get an iron blood test back?
In most cases, you get your iron tests results within 24 hours.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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