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total iron stores in the body<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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efficiency of iron transport in the blood<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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potential iron deficiency or excess<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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likelihood of anemia or chronic metabolic disorders<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
This test is not a stand-alone procedure - it is usually combined with the determination of ferritin<\/a>, transferrin, TBC (total serum iron binding capacity)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n
Who is this analysis for?<\/h2>\n
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Patients with suspected iron deficiency anemia<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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For women with heavy menstruation<\/strong> or during pregnancy<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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For people with symptoms: hair loss, brittle nails, pallor, weakness<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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For persons with dietary restrictions<\/strong> (vegetarians, vegans)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Patients with chronic or inflammatory diseases<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Within control effectiveness of treatment with iron preparations<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
When is the best time to donate blood for iron?<\/h2>\n
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In the morning<\/strong> \u2014 ideally by 10:00<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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On an empty stomach<\/strong> \u2014 after an overnight fast of at least 8 hours<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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If you are taking iron supplements \u2014 It is advisable to take the test before the appointment.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/p>\nHow to prepare: instructions<\/h2>\n
3 days before delivery<\/h3>\n
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Avoid iron preparations<\/strong> and vitamin C supplements<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Do not change your diet abruptly (do not eat a lot of meat just the day before the test)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
In 24 hours<\/h3>\n
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Do not drink alcohol.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Reduce physical and emotional stress<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Don't smoke, or at least abstain for 3 hours before the test<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
On the morning of the delivery day<\/h3>\n
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Don't drink coffee, tea or juices - only water<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Don't eat breakfast.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Before submission, it is advisable sit quietly for 10\u201315 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
How the analysis itself takes place<\/h2>\n
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Blood is taken from a vein.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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The fence lasts no more than 3\u20135 minutes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Results are usually available within 1 business day<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
How to interpret the results<\/h2>\n
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\n Indicator<\/strong><\/th>\n Norm<\/strong> (adults)<\/th>\n What can it indicate?<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n\n \n Serum iron<\/td>\n Women: 9\u201327 \u03bcmol\/L
\nMen: 11\u201330 \u03bcmol\/L<\/td>\n\u2193 \u2013 deficiency, \u2191 \u2013 hemochromatosis or intoxication<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Ferritin<\/a><\/td>\n Women: 15\u2013150 ng\/mL
\nMen: 30\u2013300 ng\/mL<\/td>\n\u2193 \u2013 depleted reserves, \u2191 \u2013 inflammation, excess<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Transferrin<\/td>\n 2\u20134 g\/l<\/td>\n \u2191 \u2013 iron deficiency, \u2193 \u2013 chronic diseases<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Transferrin saturation<\/td>\n 20\u201350%<\/td>\n \u2193 \u2013 anemia, \u2191 \u2013 iron overload<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n \n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nThe interpretation of the results must be done by a doctor, taking into account all clinical data.<\/p>\n
How often should this test be taken?<\/h2>\n
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