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Iron is low
My Iron and associated report. Please see if I have deficiency? BMI 45......should I do any more tests ?
30 March 2026
Iron: 56.29 µg/dL
TIBC: 369.6 µg/dL
Transferrin Saturation: 15.23%
UIBC: 313.31 µg/dL
Ferritin: 204 ng/mL
Hemoglobin: 13.9 g/dL
Hematocrit: 45.7%
RBC: 5.38 × 10⁶/µL
MCV: 84.9 fL
MCH: 25.8 pg
MCHC: 30.4 g/dL
RDW-CV: 15.1%
RDW-SD: 47.1 fL
RDWI: 238.3
Mentzer Index: 15.8
hs-CRP: 26.1 mg/L
19 June 2026
Iron: 36.47 µg/dL
TIBC: 296.6 µg/dL
Transferrin Saturation: 12.3%
UIBC: 260.16 µg/dL
Ferritin: 210 ng/mL
Hemoglobin: 12.8 g/dL
Hematocrit: 42.7%
RBC: 4.91 × 10⁶/µL
MCV: 87 fL
MCH: 26.1 pg
MCHC: 30 g/dL
RDW-CV: 13.6%
RDW-SD: 43.1 fL
RDWI: 241
Mentzer Index: 17.7
hs-CRP: 33.1 mg/L
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Please discuss with dietician or physician for better personalized advice and medication.
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Plz consult a physician foe proper evaluation
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Ms. Moumita Dutta
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Kolkata
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Ms. Durdana Ansari
Dietitian/Nutritionist
4 yrs exp
Mumbai
Your reports show that your serum iron and transferrin saturation are low, but your ferritin is relatively high (204–210 ng/mL) and your haemoglobin is currently within the normal range (13.9 g/dL).
The important finding here is the very high hs-CRP (26.1–33.1 mg/L), which indicates significant inflammation. Inflammation can increase ferritin levels and reduce iron availability in the blood, resulting in a pattern sometimes referred to as functional iron deficiency/anemia of inflammation. Therefore, I would not recommend starting iron supplements on your own based only on the low serum iron.
Since you are a 40-year-old male, I would suggest discussing these results with your physician and investigating the cause of the elevated inflammation. Your doctor may consider:
Repeat CBC, iron profile and CRP/ESR after addressing any acute infection/inflammation
Liver and kidney function tests
Vitamin B12 and folate
If iron deficiency is confirmed or persists, evaluation for possible blood loss, including gastrointestinal causes, may be appropriate.
From a nutrition perspective, continue a balanced diet with adequate iron-rich foods (eggs, fish/chicken/meat if consumed, legumes, leafy greens, seeds and other iron-containing foods) along with vitamin-C-rich foods to support absorption. Avoid taking high-dose iron supplements unless your doctor confirms that supplementation is appropriate.
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The BMI of 45 and persistent inflammation deserve attention, as excess adiposity can contribute to chronic low-grade inflammation. A gradual, sustainable weight-management plan may help improve inflammatory markers over time.
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Ms. Somya Jain
Dietitian/Nutritionist
11 yrs exp
Delhi
Please connect over consultation to help better
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Ms. Vishmitha
Dietitian/Nutritionist
3 yrs exp
Dharmasthala
Please consult a physician for proper evaluation for supplement is requirements, along with the appropriate dosage and duration.
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Ms. Trupti Padhi
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17 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
Good evening pls connect with physician for that.
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