Serum Iron Studies Basic near me in Bangalore

Also known as Iron serum, Iron indices, Iron profile

Serum Iron Studies Basic in Bangalore Includes 4 testsView All

You need to provide

Blood

This test is for

Male, Female

Test Preparation

Overnight fasting is preferred.
Avoid iron supplements for at least 24 hours prior to specimen collection.

Understanding Serum Iron Studies Basic in Bangalore

What is Serum Iron Studies Basic in Bangalore?

Serum Iron Studies Basic test checks the level of iron in the body and is available at an affordable price in Bangalore with Tata 1mg labs. Iron is an essential mineral required for the production of red blood cells, development of healthy muscles, and body growth.

Serum Iron Studies Basic test is usually done as a follow-up to an abnormal CBC test result. A low level or deficiency of iron indicates anemia, the symptoms of which include pale skin, fatigue, headaches, and weakness. Whereas, a high level of iron may lead to hemochromatosis that can cause organ damage, such as the liver or heart.

What does Serum Iron Studies Basic measure?

Contains 4 tests

A Serum Iron Studies Basic test measures the level of iron in the body. It comprises a series of blood tests, including serum iron test that helps to evaluate iron level, total iron binding capacity (TIBC) test that helps to assess the ability of the body to transport iron in the blood, unsaturated iron binding capacity (UIBC) test that reflects binding of iron with transferrin which is the main protein that binds with iron, and transferrin saturation test that checks how many places on your transferrin that can hold iron are actually doing so.

Answers to Patient Concerns & Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Serum Iron Studies Basic in Bangalore

Frequently Asked Questions about Serum Iron Studies Basic in Bangalore

Q. Why is a [test_name} test performed?

A Serum Iron Studies Basic test helps to measure iron levels in the blood. This test is essential for diagnosing and monitoring various types of anemias or iron overload (excess).

Q. What are the signs and symptoms of anemia?

The signs and symptoms of anemia include chronic fatigue, tiredness, dizziness, weakness, headache, and pale skin.

Q. What are the signs and symptoms of iron overload?

The signs and symptoms of iron overload include joint pain, fatigue, weakness, weight loss, lack of energy, abdominal pain, loss of sex drive, and damage to organs such as the heart or liver.

Q. What are the possible causes of iron deficiency?

Common causes of iron deficiency include not getting enough iron in your diet, chronic blood loss, pregnancy, and vigorous exercise.

Q. What are the natural food sources of iron?

Spinach, broccoli, lentils, peas, figs, dates, dark chocolate, tofu, and eggs are some of the natural food sources of iron.

Q. What causes iron deficiency in children?

Premature birth and low birth weight, feeding children less than 2 years of age a high quantity of cow’s milk, providing a poor diet to children in the second year of their life, and possible gastrointestinal diseases, etc., may lead to iron deficiency in children.

Q. What is iron-deficiency anemia?

Iron-deficiency anemia is a condition in which your body does not have enough iron to make hemoglobin. Iron-deficiency symptoms, such as fatigue, extreme weakness, pale skin, shortness of breath, etc., may develop over time. Your doctor may prescribe iron supplements to treat iron-deficiency anemia.

Q. Are there any risks associated with a Serum Iron Studies Basic test?

No, usually there are no risks associated with this test. A blood sample is withdrawn with the help of a needle and the process is fairly fast and relatively painless. Very rarely, you may experience excessive pain, bleeding, hematoma (blood collection under the skin), bruising, or infection at the site of the needle prick. Consult your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms.

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