What are the 3 stages of iron deficiency?

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The First stage is Iron Depletion in which Iron in body becomes low, The second stage is reduced Iron availability which effects and reduces the production of red blood cells. The Third Stage is Anemia due to the reduction of red blood cells and Haemoglobin.

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I'm a bit worried because my blood test came back showing my monocyte level is zero, but everything else is normal. What could this mean for my health? Should I be concerned?

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What are the 3 stages of iron deficiency?

1)Decrease in storage iron 2) Drcrease in iron for erythropoiesis 3) Decrease in RBC and decreased transport to peripheral tissues

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I'm looking at my platelet count and it's at 120, but the normal range is supposed to be above 150 according to the report I got. Should I be worried about this? Does platelet count change daily, or is it pretty stable? If there's anything I can take over-the-counter to help, what would you recommend? I've attached my report, in case that helps.

A platelet count of 120 is mildly low (mild thrombocytopenia), but not typically serious unless accompanied by other symptoms like bleeding, bruising, or petechiae; platelet counts can fluctuate, but significant changes are unlikely on a daily basis

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