How do you know if your iron is low in your blood?

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Dr Ezhilarasan Ml

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To know if your iron levels are low get a blood test done preferably a CBC or a full body check up.

Dr. Ezhilarasan Suggests...

Take a CRP Test (C - Reactive Protein) Test or Take a THYROID PROFILE WITH ANTITHYROID ANTIBODIES Test

Book CRP Test (C - Reactive Protein) Test Book THYROID PROFILE WITH ANTITHYROID ANTIBODIES Test

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