🩺 Overview

Assess your body’s iron balance and detect anaemia early.

This test measures your iron stores and transport efficiency, helping identify both iron deficiency and overload. It’s ideal for those with fatigue, dizziness, or pale complexion. 

🌟 What’s Included

• Iron
  • Ferritin
  • Transferrin
  • Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC)

 🔍 Key Uses

• Identify iron deficiency or anaemia
  • Investigate fatigue, breathlessness, or dizziness
  • Monitor iron therapy or supplementation
  • Screen for iron overload (haemochromatosis)

❓ FAQs

1. Do I need to fast?
   Fasting is optional but can improve accuracy for iron results.
   2. Can this detect iron overload?
   Yes — it includes ferritin and transferrin saturation levels.
   3. Should I stop taking iron before testing?
   Ideally, stop 48 hours prior unless advised otherwise.
   4. Can iron deficiency cause hair loss?
   Yes, low iron affects hair growth, energy, and skin tone.
   5. Is this test suitable for men and women?
   Yes — particularly useful for women with heavy periods or during pregnancy.