10540. Package #574.12 (Iron under control + report with the description of lab values)

A comprehensive package of tests that helps evaluate iron metabolism, hematopoietic status, vitamin B12 and folic acid levels, the presence of inflammatory processes, and thyroid function. The combination of these indicators makes it possible to determine the possible causes of fatigue, weakness, dizziness and reduced work capacity.

This set of studies helps to find out the possible causes of chronic fatigue, weakness, dizziness, reduced work capacity and other symptoms that may be related to iron metabolism disorders, vitamin deficiency, inflammatory processes or changes in the function of the thyroid gland.

The basis of the package includes indicators that comprehensively assess iron metabolism. Ferritin reflects iron reserves in the body, and serum iron, transferrin, and the percentage of transferrin saturation make it possible to assess its transport and entry into tissues. A general blood test and ESR make it possible to assess whether iron metabolism disorders are reflected in hematopoietic processes, as well as to detect possible signs of inflammation.

When assessing the ferritin level, it is important to consider the C-reactive protein (CRP) indicator. Ferritin is not only a marker of iron reserves in the body, but also a protein of the acute phase, so its level can increase in the presence of inflammation even against the background of iron deficiency. The determination of CRP itself helps to correctly interpret the result of ferritin and avoid false estimation of iron reserves. Vitamin B12 and folic acid are also added to the package, since their deficiency, like iron deficiency, can lead to hematopoiesis and the development of anemia.

Evaluation of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) complements the study, because disorders of the thyroid gland can also cause anemia and be accompanied by weakness, drowsiness, hair loss, changes in body weight, and other symptoms similar to manifestations of iron deficiency.

The combination of these indicators allows the doctor to assess the overall picture, determine the possible cause of the changes and choose the most appropriate further tactics of examination or treatment.

• If anemia or deficiency of iron, vitamin B12 or folic acid is suspected.
• With chronic fatigue, weakness, drowsiness or reduced work capacity.
• For hair loss, brittle nails, pale skin.
• With dizziness, shortness of breath or rapid heartbeat.
• With a decrease in concentration, "fog in the head", memory impairment.
• With manifestations of stress and physical exertion.

• Venous blood

In order to exclude factors that may affect the test results, we recommend to follow the preparation rules: