Iron - Serum in Kolkata
Also Known as Anaemia - Serum Iron
10- 12 Hr fasting is required
MRP68025% off
₹510
₹31 cashback
RECOMMENDED BY:Dr. Bharani
General Physician/Internal Medicine
Test(s) Included (1)
- IRON - SERUM
1 test included
About
Sample
BLOOD
Gender
Both
Age group
Above 10 years
The Iron – Serum test helps to evaluate the levels of iron in the body. It also helps to diagnose deficiency of iron or iron overload. The Iron – Serum test is done: • In case of low levels of hemoglobin and hematocrit on complete blood count • In case of signs and symptoms of iron deficiency • In case of signs and symptoms of iron overload
Top Tests and Packages with Iron - Serum
ANEMIA PROFILE
Packages
Total Tests : 20
- hemoglobin
- pcv+18 more
MRP₹340025% off
₹ 2550
₹153 cashback
ANEMIA PROFILE
Packages
Total Tests : 20
- hemoglobin
- pcv+18 more
MRP₹340025% off
₹ 2550
₹153 cashback
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How is the blood sample taken?
To take the blood sample, a tourniquet (elastic) band is placed tightly on the upper arm. The patient is asked to make a fist. This helps in the buildup of blood filling the veins and it becomes easy to collect the blood. The skin is cleaned before inserting the needle in the vein in order to prevent bacteria from entering. The needle is then inserted into the vein in the arm and the blood sample is collected in the vacutainer.
What are the signs and symptoms of anemia?
The signs and symptoms of anemia include chronic fatigue, tiredness, dizziness, weakness, headache, and, pale skin.
What are the signs and symptoms of iron overload?
The signs and symptoms of iron overload include joint pain, fatigue, weakness, weight loss, lack of energy, abdominal pain, loss of sex drive, damage to organs such as the heart or liver.
What other tests are advised along with serum iron test?
The other tests which are advised along with serum iron test include total iron binding capacity test, Transferrin test, Unsaturated iron-binding capacity test, and ferritin test.
What is the role of iron in the human body?
Iron is required in very small quantities in the human body. Its role is to help in formation of normal red blood cells.
Book Popular Tests in Kolkata
Hba1c (glycated Hemoglobin) in Kolkata | Cholesterol - Serum in Kolkata | Complete Urine Examination (cue) in Kolkata | Glucose, Fasting in Kolkata | Glucose, Random in Kolkata | Creatinine - Serum in Kolkata | C-reactive Protein (crp) - Quantitative in Kolkata | Culture And Sensitivity - Urine (automated) in Kolkata | Prothrombin Time (pt/inr) in Kolkata | Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (esr) in Kolkata | Beta Hcg (total) in Kolkata | Uric Acid - Serum in Kolkata | Electrolytes - Serum in Kolkata | Urea And Creatinine in Kolkata | Blood Group Abo And Rh Factor in Kolkata | Ferritin in Kolkata | Vitamin B12 in Kolkata | Hbsag Screening - Rapid in Kolkata | Prolactin in KolkataBook Iron - Serum in Other Cities
Iron - Serum in Delhi | Iron - Serum in Noida | Iron - Serum in Faridabad | Iron - Serum in Gurugram | Iron - Serum in Ghaziabad | Iron - Serum in Hyderabad | Iron - Serum in Bangalore | Iron - Serum in Kolkata | Iron - Serum in Chennai | Iron - Serum in Mumbai | Iron - Serum in Ahmedabad | Iron - Serum in Pune | Iron - Serum in Lucknow | Iron - Serum in Vizag | Iron - Serum in VijayawadaBook Popular Packages in Kolkata
Apollo Prime Health Plan in Kolkata | Apollo Thyroid Assessment - Basic in Kolkata | Apollo Vitamin Check - Basic in Kolkata | Apollo Diabetes Panel - Basic in Kolkata | Apollo Full Body Check - Advance I in KolkataBook Iron - Serum Near You
Iron - Serum in Alipore | Iron - Serum in Baguiati | Iron - Serum in Behala | Iron - Serum in Dumdum | Iron - Serum in Kasba | Iron - Serum in Kestopur | Iron - Serum in Lake Town | Iron - Serum in Newtown | Iron - Serum in Park Street | Iron - Serum in Prince Anwar Shah Road | Iron - Serum in Rajarhat | Iron - Serum in Santoshpur | Iron - Serum in Sector 3 | Iron - Serum in Liluah | Iron - Serum in Barrackpore | Iron - Serum in Ballygunge | Iron - Serum in Bhawanipur | Iron - Serum in Sonarpur | Iron - Serum in Baksara | Iron - Serum in Tangra | Iron - Serum in Belilious Park | Iron - Serum in New Alipore | Iron - Serum in Bansdroni | Iron - Serum in Jadavpur | Iron - Serum in Em Bypass | Iron - Serum in Panchanan Tala | Iron - Serum in Garia | Iron - Serum in Ganguly BaganWhy should Apollo be your preferred healthcare partner?
- 40 Years of legacy and credibility in the healthcare industry.
- NABL certified multi-channel digital healthcare platform.
- Affordable diagnostic solutions with timely and accurate test results.
- Up to 60% discount on Doorstep Diagnostic Tests, Home Sample Collection.
- An inventory of over 100+ laboratories, spread across the country, operating out of 120+ cities with 1200+ collection centers, serving over 1800+ pin codes.
The information mentioned above is meant for educational purposes only and should not be taken as a substitute to your Physician’s advice. It is highly recommended that the customer consults with a qualified healthcare professional to interpret test results