Can one still be iron deficient if his/her hemoglobin is 13.8?
Usually not, however, if your doctor feels that iron levels are low then you can improve the levels by consuming iron rich diet.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
No, an anemic blood test cannot detect pregancy. It is only meant to detect low iron levels and anemia.
The most common symptoms of iron deficiency (anemia) are fatigue, rapid heartbeats, shortness of breathe, headache and unexplained generalised weakness.
Yes. In anemic patients, oxygen delivery decreases and oxygen extraction is increased. This leads to decreased venous hemoglobin saturation and a lower tissue oxygen saturation
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.
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