{"id":10638,"date":"2025-10-09T16:47:42","date_gmt":"2025-10-09T13:47:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/?p=10638"},"modified":"2026-04-20T18:53:34","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T15:53:34","slug":"diagnosis-of-iron-deficiency-how-to-detect-deficiency-early-and-prevent-anemia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/en\/diagnosis-of-iron-deficiency-how-to-detect-deficiency-early-and-prevent-anemia\/","title":{"rendered":"Diagnosis of iron deficiency: how to detect deficiency in time and prevent anemia"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"kk-star-ratings kksr-auto kksr-align-left kksr-valign-top\"\n    data-payload='{&quot;align&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;10638&quot;,&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;valign&quot;:&quot;top&quot;,&quot;ignore&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;reference&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;count&quot;:&quot;170&quot;,&quot;legendonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;readonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;score&quot;:&quot;4.8&quot;,&quot;starsonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;best&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;gap&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;greet&quot;:&quot;Rate this post&quot;,&quot;legend&quot;:&quot;4.8\\\/5 - (170 votes)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;24&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;\u0414\u0456\u0430\u0433\u043d\u043e\u0441\u0442\u0438\u043a\u0430 \u043d\u0435\u0441\u0442\u0430\u0447\u0456 \u0437\u0430\u043b\u0456\u0437\u0430: \u044f\u043a \u0432\u0447\u0430\u0441\u043d\u043e \u0432\u0438\u044f\u0432\u0438\u0442\u0438 \u0434\u0435\u0444\u0456\u0446\u0438\u0442 \u0456 \u0437\u0430\u043f\u043e\u0431\u0456\u0433\u0442\u0438 \u0430\u043d\u0435\u043c\u0456\u0457&quot;,&quot;width&quot;:&quot;136.7&quot;,&quot;_legend&quot;:&quot;{score}\\\/{best} - ({count} {votes})&quot;,&quot;font_factor&quot;:&quot;1.25&quot;}'>\n            \n<div class=\"kksr-stars\">\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-inactive\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"1\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"2\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"3\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"4\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"5\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-active\" style=\"width: 136.7px;\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                \n\n<div class=\"kksr-legend\" style=\"font-size: 19.2px;\">\n            4.8\/5 - (170 votes)    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<p data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"387\"><a href=\"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/en\/analysis\/biochemical-blood-tests\/anemia-diagnosis\/iron\/\">Iron<\/a> \u2014 one of the most important trace elements in the body. It is a part of hemoglobin, participates in oxygen transport, supports the functioning of the immune system, brain and cardiovascular system. When iron is not enough, it develops <strong data-start=\"311\" data-end=\"336\">iron deficiency state<\/strong>, which can go into <strong data-start=\"358\" data-end=\"384\">iron deficiency anemia<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"389\" data-end=\"654\">According to estimates <strong data-start=\"401\" data-end=\"409\">WHO<\/strong>, iron deficiency is the most common micronutrient disorder in the world, affecting about 30% of the population, including women, children, and vegetarians. Timely <strong data-start=\"556\" data-end=\"586\">iron deficiency diagnosis<\/strong> helps prevent complications and choose the right treatment.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"656\" data-end=\"688\">Why does iron deficiency occur?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"808\">The causes can be both external (related to nutrition) and internal (impaired absorption or blood loss).<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"1228\">\n<li data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"890\">\n<p data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"890\"><strong data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"848\">Low dietary iron intake:<\/strong> meat restriction, vegetarianism, diets.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"985\">\n<p data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"985\"><strong data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"918\">Chronic blood loss:<\/strong> heavy menstruation, stomach ulcers, hemorrhoids, internal bleeding.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1057\">\n<p data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"1057\"><strong data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"1010\">Increased need:<\/strong> pregnancy, lactation, intensive training.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1140\">\n<p data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1140\"><strong data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1087\">Absorption disorders:<\/strong> intestinal diseases (celiac disease, colitis, gastritis).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1228\">\n<p data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1228\"><strong data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1169\">Infections and inflammation:<\/strong> affect iron metabolism, blocking its absorption.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1431\">Insufficient iron intake does not always manifest itself immediately. First, the body uses up its reserves, and only then symptoms appear. That is why it is important to know, <strong data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1428\">What tests show iron deficiency?<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1462\">Symptoms of iron deficiency<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1541\">In the early stages, symptoms may be subtle, but over time they appear:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1789\">\n<li data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1573\">\n<p data-start=\"1544\" data-end=\"1573\">constant fatigue, drowsiness;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1607\">\n<p data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1607\">headache, dizziness;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1639\">\n<p data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1639\">paleness of the skin and mucous membranes;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1640\" data-end=\"1670\">\n<p data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1670\">dryness, cracks on the lips;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1710\">\n<p data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1710\">brittle nails, hair loss;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1747\">\n<p data-start=\"1713\" data-end=\"1747\">shortness of breath, rapid heartbeat;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1789\">\n<p data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1789\">irritability, decreased concentration.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1791\" data-end=\"1930\">These signs can be present not only with anemia, but also with &quot;hidden&quot; iron deficiency, when hemoglobin is still normal, but reserves are already depleted.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1932\" data-end=\"1973\">What tests show iron deficiency?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1975\" data-end=\"2119\">For an accurate diagnosis, the doctor prescribes <strong data-start=\"2014\" data-end=\"2050\">complex of laboratory tests<\/strong>, which allow you to assess not only the level of iron, but also its absorption.<\/p>\n<div class=\"_tableContainer_1rjym_1\">\n<div class=\"group _tableWrapper_1rjym_13 flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2802\">\n<thead data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2167\">\n<tr data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2167\">\n<th data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2132\" data-col-size=\"md\">Indicator<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"2132\" data-end=\"2153\" data-col-size=\"md\">Adult norm<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"2153\" data-end=\"2167\" data-col-size=\"md\">What does it mean?<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"2217\" data-end=\"2802\">\n<tr data-start=\"2217\" data-end=\"2331\">\n<td data-start=\"2217\" data-end=\"2239\" data-col-size=\"md\"><strong data-start=\"2219\" data-end=\"2238\"><a href=\"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/en\/analysis\/biochemical-blood-tests\/diabetes-diagnosis\/glycosylated-hemoglobin-hba1c\/\">Hemoglobin<\/a> (Hb)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2239\" data-end=\"2286\">120\u2013160 g\/l in women, 130\u2013170 g\/l in men<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2286\" data-end=\"2331\">Shows the blood&#039;s ability to carry oxygen<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2332\" data-end=\"2427\">\n<td data-start=\"2332\" data-end=\"2357\" data-col-size=\"md\"><strong data-start=\"2334\" data-end=\"2356\">Serum iron<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2357\" data-end=\"2374\">10\u201330 \u03bcmol\/L<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2374\" data-end=\"2427\">Reflects the amount of iron circulating in the blood<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2428\" data-end=\"2526\">\n<td data-start=\"2428\" data-end=\"2442\" data-col-size=\"md\"><strong data-start=\"2430\" data-end=\"2441\">Ferritin<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2442\" data-end=\"2490\">15\u2013150 ng\/ml (women), 30\u2013400 ng\/ml (men)<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2490\" data-end=\"2526\">The main indicator of iron reserves<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2527\" data-end=\"2599\">\n<td data-start=\"2527\" data-end=\"2544\" data-col-size=\"md\"><strong data-start=\"2529\" data-end=\"2543\">Transferrin<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2544\" data-end=\"2558\">2.0\u20133.6 g\/l<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2558\" data-end=\"2599\">Protein that carries <a href=\"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/en\/blood-test-for-iron-how-often-and-what-to-do\/\">iron in the blood<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2600\" data-end=\"2688\">\n<td data-start=\"2600\" data-end=\"2643\" data-col-size=\"md\"><strong data-start=\"2602\" data-end=\"2642\">Transferrin iron saturation (TSAT)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2643\" data-end=\"2652\">20\u201345%<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2652\" data-end=\"2688\">If below 15%, there is iron deficiency<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2689\" data-end=\"2802\">\n<td data-start=\"2689\" data-end=\"2750\" data-col-size=\"md\"><strong data-start=\"2691\" data-end=\"2749\">Total serum iron binding capacity (TIBC)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2750\" data-end=\"2767\">40\u201370 \u03bcmol\/L<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2767\" data-end=\"2802\">Increases with iron deficiency<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"2804\" data-end=\"2928\">Usually, the doctor analyzes all indicators in a complex. The most sensitive is <strong data-start=\"2871\" data-end=\"2882\">ferritin<\/strong> \u2014 it decreases even before hemoglobin drops.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2930\" data-end=\"2963\">How to interpret the results<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"2965\" data-end=\"3293\">\n<li data-start=\"2965\" data-end=\"3041\">\n<p data-start=\"2967\" data-end=\"3041\"><strong data-start=\"2967\" data-end=\"3010\">Low ferritin + normal hemoglobin<\/strong> \u2192 hidden iron deficiency.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3042\" data-end=\"3112\">\n<p data-start=\"3044\" data-end=\"3112\"><strong data-start=\"3044\" data-end=\"3084\">Low ferritin + low hemoglobin<\/strong> \u2192 iron deficiency anemia.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3113\" data-end=\"3200\">\n<p data-start=\"3115\" data-end=\"3200\"><strong data-start=\"3115\" data-end=\"3153\">Low iron + high transferrin<\/strong> \u2192 the body tries to compensate for the deficiency.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3201\" data-end=\"3293\">\n<p data-start=\"3203\" data-end=\"3293\"><strong data-start=\"3203\" data-end=\"3238\">Low iron + high ferritin<\/strong> \u2192 impaired iron absorption or chronic inflammation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3295\" data-end=\"3462\">To accurately determine the cause of the deficiency, the doctor may prescribe additional tests: stool analysis for occult blood, gastroscopy, celiac disease test, and vitamin B12 test.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3464\" data-end=\"3512\">Who is recommended to check iron levels?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3514\" data-end=\"3560\">Regular diagnostics are indicated for the following groups:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3561\" data-end=\"3878\">\n<li data-start=\"3561\" data-end=\"3634\">\n<p data-start=\"3563\" data-end=\"3634\">women of reproductive age (due to blood loss during menstruation);<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3635\" data-end=\"3667\">\n<p data-start=\"3637\" data-end=\"3667\">pregnant and nursing mothers;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3668\" data-end=\"3717\">\n<p data-start=\"3670\" data-end=\"3717\">children and adolescents during periods of active growth;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3718\" data-end=\"3753\">\n<p data-start=\"3720\" data-end=\"3753\">people who do not eat meat;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3754\" data-end=\"3808\">\n<p data-start=\"3756\" data-end=\"3808\">athletes who have high energy expenditure;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3809\" data-end=\"3878\">\n<p data-start=\"3811\" data-end=\"3878\">patients with chronic gastrointestinal diseases.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3880\" data-end=\"3979\">For pregnant women <strong data-start=\"3893\" data-end=\"3927\">ferritin level below 30 ng\/ml<\/strong> is considered a risk indicator and requires correction.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3981\" data-end=\"4013\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10640\" src=\"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ucenyi-mikrobiolog-pecataet-eksperiment-po-otkrytiu-biohimii-na-komp-utere.jpg\" alt=\"Table of test results for iron deficiency\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ucenyi-mikrobiolog-pecataet-eksperiment-po-otkrytiu-biohimii-na-komp-utere.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ucenyi-mikrobiolog-pecataet-eksperiment-po-otkrytiu-biohimii-na-komp-utere-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ucenyi-mikrobiolog-pecataet-eksperiment-po-otkrytiu-biohimii-na-komp-utere-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ucenyi-mikrobiolog-pecataet-eksperiment-po-otkrytiu-biohimii-na-komp-utere-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ucenyi-mikrobiolog-pecataet-eksperiment-po-otkrytiu-biohimii-na-komp-utere-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ucenyi-mikrobiolog-pecataet-eksperiment-po-otkrytiu-biohimii-na-komp-utere-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2 data-start=\"3981\" data-end=\"4013\">How to prepare for the analysis<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"4015\" data-end=\"4268\">\n<li data-start=\"4015\" data-end=\"4064\">\n<p data-start=\"4017\" data-end=\"4064\">Blood donation <strong data-start=\"4031\" data-end=\"4040\">on an empty stomach<\/strong> (don&#039;t eat for 8\u201310 hours).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4065\" data-end=\"4133\">\n<p data-start=\"4067\" data-end=\"4133\">You should not take iron supplements or vitamins containing iron for 2\u20133 days.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4134\" data-end=\"4196\">\n<p data-start=\"4136\" data-end=\"4196\">Avoid excessive physical exertion before the study.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4197\" data-end=\"4268\">\n<p data-start=\"4199\" data-end=\"4268\">Inform your doctor about taking hormonal drugs or antibiotics.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"4270\" data-end=\"4314\">What to do if you detect iron deficiency<\/h2>\n<ol data-start=\"4316\" data-end=\"4896\">\n<li data-start=\"4316\" data-end=\"4417\">\n<p data-start=\"4319\" data-end=\"4417\"><strong data-start=\"4319\" data-end=\"4339\">Eliminate the cause:<\/strong> If it is blood loss, treat the source; if it is diet, adjust your diet.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4418\" data-end=\"4642\">\n<p data-start=\"4421\" data-end=\"4461\"><strong data-start=\"4421\" data-end=\"4459\">Add iron-rich foods:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4465\" data-end=\"4642\">\n<li data-start=\"4465\" data-end=\"4506\">\n<p data-start=\"4467\" data-end=\"4506\">meat (beef, liver, chicken);<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4510\" data-end=\"4556\">\n<p data-start=\"4512\" data-end=\"4556\">legumes, spinach, buckwheat, pumpkin seeds;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4560\" data-end=\"4587\">\n<p data-start=\"4562\" data-end=\"4587\">apples, pomegranates, beets;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4591\" data-end=\"4642\">\n<p data-start=\"4593\" data-end=\"4642\">combine with vitamin C for better absorption.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4643\" data-end=\"4775\">\n<p data-start=\"4646\" data-end=\"4775\"><strong data-start=\"4646\" data-end=\"4673\">Drug therapy:<\/strong> Your doctor may prescribe iron supplements (oral or intravenous) depending on your ferritin level.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4776\" data-end=\"4896\">\n<p data-start=\"4779\" data-end=\"4896\"><strong data-start=\"4779\" data-end=\"4805\">Efficiency control:<\/strong> Repeat tests after 4\u20136 weeks help check whether iron levels are increasing.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 data-start=\"4898\" data-end=\"4943\">Why it is important not to self-medicate<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4945\" data-end=\"5216\">Excess iron is also harmful. Too much of it can lead to <strong data-start=\"5008\" data-end=\"5025\">hemochromatosis<\/strong> \u2014 a condition where iron accumulates in the liver, heart, and pancreas, causing organ damage. Therefore, the dosage of drugs is selected only by a doctor, guided by the results of tests.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"5218\" data-end=\"5251\">Prevention of iron deficiency<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"5253\" data-end=\"5514\">\n<li data-start=\"5253\" data-end=\"5310\">\n<p data-start=\"5255\" data-end=\"5310\">Balanced diet with enough protein.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5311\" data-end=\"5373\">\n<p data-start=\"5313\" data-end=\"5373\">Combining iron-containing foods with sources of vitamin C.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5374\" data-end=\"5443\">\n<p data-start=\"5376\" data-end=\"5443\">Limit coffee and tea after meals (they reduce iron absorption).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5444\" data-end=\"5514\">\n<p data-start=\"5446\" data-end=\"5514\">Regular examinations for at-risk groups \u2014 especially women and children.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"5516\" data-end=\"5707\"><a href=\"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/en\/iron-analysis-is-needed-and-what-it-shows\/\">Iron<\/a> \u2014 it is not just an element, but an indicator of the body&#039;s vital energy. Timely diagnosis allows you to prevent serious consequences and regain strength, clarity of thinking, and good health.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"5709\" data-end=\"5722\">Sources<\/h3>\n<ol data-start=\"5723\" data-end=\"5996\">\n<li data-start=\"5723\" data-end=\"5829\">\n<p data-start=\"5726\" data-end=\"5829\">World Health Organization (WHO). <em data-start=\"5759\" data-end=\"5820\">Iron Deficiency Anemia: Assessment, Prevention and Control<\/em>, 2023.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5830\" data-end=\"5901\">\n<p data-start=\"5833\" data-end=\"5901\">Mayo Clinic. <em data-start=\"5846\" data-end=\"5898\">Iron deficiency: symptoms, diagnosis and treatment<\/em>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5902\" data-end=\"5996\">\n<p data-start=\"5905\" data-end=\"5996\">US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). <em data-start=\"5946\" data-end=\"5993\">Guidelines on iron supplements and monitoring<\/em>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Iron is one of the most important trace elements in the body. 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