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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>\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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Preventively - once a year<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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During the treatment of anemia - as prescribed by a doctor (sometimes monthly)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Before and during pregnancy - 1\u20132 times per trimester<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
A blood test for iron is a simple but very indicative diagnostic method. It allows you to detect disorders even before severe symptoms appear. If you have complaints of fatigue, pallor, or hair loss, do not ignore this study, as it may provide an answer to the question of the cause of your malaise.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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