Iron Status Blood Test

Service Description

Have your energy levels changed with no real explanation? Are you experience weakness, joint pain or a rapid heart beat? Find out if you have an iron imbalance with our Iron Status Blood Test. Iron is an essential mineral that plays a crucial role in the body's function. It is a key component of haemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells responsible for transporting oxygen from the lungs to tissues throughout the body. Iron is also involved in energy metabolism, DNA synthesis, and maintaining a healthy immune system. Adequate iron levels are vital for overall health, as deficiency can lead to fatigue, weakness, impaired cognitive function, and anaemia. Our Iron Status Blood Test checks: - Iron - Ferritin - Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC) - Transferrin - Transferrin Saturation Ferritin is a protein found inside cells that stores and releases iron in a controlled manner. It is a crucial indicator of the body's iron stores. It is incredibly useful for early detection of iron deficiency. TIBC is a measure of the ability of proteins in the blood to bind with iron. Transferrin is the primary carrier protein of iron in the blood. Supplements Before Testing: Vitamins, minerals and supplements can affect the levels measured in your blood test. If you are taking supplements and want to understand your natural baseline levels, you may wish to avoid non-essential supplements before your appointment. This is especially relevant if you are testing the same vitamin or mineral that you are currently taking. Please do not stop any prescribed medication or medically advised supplement unless your doctor has told you to do so. Biotin, also known as Vitamin B7, is commonly found in hair, skin and nail supplements. Biotin can interfere with some laboratory tests and may lead to misleading results, so please let us know if you are taking it. If you are unsure, you can still attend your appointment, but please keep a note of any supplements, injections, sprays or high-dose vitamins you have taken recently so this can be considered when reviewing your results. Turnaround Time: Most results are back in 1-2 working days. PLEASE NOTE: You are required to fast for at least 8 hours before your Iron Status Blood Test. You may still consume water. In fact, it's better for blood draws if you are well hydrated! Don't wait any longer to find out if your Iron level is out of balance. Book your Iron Status Blood Test today.