Expat Health Clinic | Iron Panel
- Iron
- Small blood count, including Hemoglobin (hb)
- Ferritin
- Transferrin
- Transferrin Saturation (TIBC)
A serum tube and an EDTA tube are required for this analysis.
Symptoms of iron deficiency:
When iron levels in the blood are too low, you may experience fatigue, concentration problems, dizziness, heart palpitations, and shortness of breath. You may feel weak and lethargic and become more susceptible to infections.
- Extreme fatigue
- Difficulty concentrating
- Weakness, feeling faint
- Pale Skin
- Chest pain
- Rapid heartbeat
- Shortness of breath
- Headaches
- Dizziness
- Cold hands and feet
- Inflamed/sore tongue
- Brittle nails
- Poor appetite
- Prone to infections
It is also possible to additionally test for Transferrin Receptor and Zinc Protoporphyrin (ZPP) to determine the cause of severe iron deficiency. To request a quote for this, please send us an email.