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Iron profile test shows abnormal values.
Hi, my iron profile test shows that some values are less than normal and some values are higher than normal. Should I take any iron supplements because of deficiency? Will it be a problem if I take iron supplements in any way because some values are already very high? Please guide. Thank you.
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Balanced diet with nutritional supplement is advisable
Diet rich in iron is advisable
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Consultation for detailed discussion is advisable
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There is iron deficiency
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Kindly discuss for your concern
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Send CBC
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Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.
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Hi,
The report shows iron deficiency.
You might have low hemoglobin.
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CBC,
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Eat Iron Rich food. Spinach. Green leafy vegetables. Jaggery.
Supplements needed.
Kindly consult online.
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Looks like you have iron deficiency. Plz do a complete blood count also and consult for a follow up
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Meanwhile iron rich diet should be continued. Eat more of green leafy vegetables, Pomegranate etc.
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Your S.Ferritin is very low.
You would need iron supplements.
Consult for further management and treatment.
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Kindly share your cbc with reports of mcv as well as rbc count in it
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