Know Your Blood Parameter : Iron
- Summarised by TGHC Editorial Team
- Jul 17
- 1 min read
1. Parameter Name
Iron
2. Test Type
Blood (serum iron, TIBC, ferritin)
3. Normal Range
Serum iron: 60–170 µg/dL
4. High Levels Indicate
Hemochromatosis, iron overload, excessive supplementation.
5. Low Levels Indicate
Iron deficiency anemia, chronic blood loss.
6. Why It's Tested
To assess iron status and investigate anemia.
7. Associated Symptoms (if abnormal)
Fatigue, pale skin, dizziness, brittle nails (if low).
8. What To Do If Abnormal
Adjust intake, iron supplementation, treat underlying cause.
9. Common Conditions Related Iron deficiency anemia, hemochromatosis.
10. Nutrition or Lifestyle Connection
Red meat, lentils, spinach, fortified cereals.
11. References (APA Format) NIH Office of Dietary Supplements. (2023). Iron. MedlinePlus. (2023). Iron blood test.
