Iron

Material: Blood
Test price: PLN 12.00
Waiting time for the result: the result will be available no later than the next business day
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Preparation for the examination

General

The material for testing is blood.
Approximately 30 minutes before the examination, it is recommended to drink 1 glass of water only.
For a few days before the test, you should not take iron-containing preparations, and on the day before the test, you should refrain from eating foods
rich in iron (e.g., liver, spinach, red meat).
Women should perform the test at least 3 days after their period.
The patient must fast for at least 12 hours after consuming the last meal, unless the doctor recommends otherwise (e.g. performing the test after a meal)
Before the test you may only drink water.
You should not drink coffee, flavored water, drinks such as cola light/cola “zero”, energy drinks, or juices.
You should not eat meals, snacks, fruits, vegetables, breath fresheners, chew gum, or smoke cigarettes.

Detailed for children

For children up to 3 years of age, it is recommended to collect blood half to one hour after feeding.

Detailed for babies

For children up to 3 years of age, it is recommended to collect blood half to one hour after feeding.

Description

Iron is a component of enzymes and hemoglobin. It is stored in the liver, spleen, and bone marrow as ferritin. It participates in the transport of oxygen to cells.
The importance of this test: when iron deficiency or malabsorption is suspected, and to calculate transferrin saturation.
Abnormal iron values: in cases of chronic blood loss, heavy menstruation, gastrointestinal pathologies (absorption disorders),
during pregnancy, breastfeeding, stress,
infections, inflammation, cancer, and kidney disease.