Can an anemic blood test detect pregnancy?
No, an anemic blood test cannot detect pregancy. It is only meant to detect low iron levels and anemia.
Last updated on 11 May 2023
The most common symptoms of iron deficiency (anemia) are fatigue, rapid heartbeats, shortness of breathe, headache and unexplained generalised weakness.
Last updated on 10 May 2023
It may take 30-90 days for iron deficiency to get resolved by diet. However, if you have a blood disorder you may need regular medications to keep up the iron levels.
Usually not, however, if your doctor feels that iron levels are low then you can improve the levels by consuming iron rich diet.
If you have boderline iron deficiency then you can get rid of it by consuming a diet rich in iron, green leafy vegetables and fortified cereals.
Iron deficiency rarely causes death however, low levels of iron can cause multiple other complications which can make you feel fatigued throughout the day.
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