Question 1

what does iron 50, tibc 650, and iron saturation 8 mean?

Accepted Answer

: TIBC is elevated which means your body is seeking out iron. This occurs in states of iron deficiency. Iron saturation is low which is another sign of iron deficiency. We need the ferritin to confirm the diagnosis of iron deficiency. Please discuss results with your doctor before making any changes to your medical regimen. Iron deficiency in a 59yo REQUIRES a workup as to why it is happening.

Question 2

iron saturation of 9 and ferritin value of 8 what does this mean ?

Accepted Answer

Iron deficiency: You are deficient in iron, even if you are not yet anemic. Take oral iron and multivitamins to prevent anemia.

Question 3

if hemoglobin is 12.4 and iron saturation is 8, what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

Incomplete info: What you have described suggests iron deficiency. All lab results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the test is usually in the best position to do that.

Question 4

my iron saturation is at 8 but i don't want to take pills because of side effects . what other options do i  have ?

Accepted Answer

Getting more iron: You can get iron (i) from many foods. Here is a link to a site that will tell you what foods are rich in i: 

http://www.Redcrossblood.Org/learn-about-blood/health-and-wellness/iron-rich-foods.

You need to rule out a loss of iron to account for your low i saturation, unless you eat a diet low in i. If not,  see a doctor to discuss the reason you have such a low i saturation. Good luck.

Question 5

i have flagged low iron saturation=8 %. ref. range 15- 50 %.   i didn't fast.  therefore, should my number be even lower ?  thanks !

Accepted Answer

No: Fasting will not make a material different to blood iron levels. You should start taking oral iron supplement and multivitamins to replenish your stores of iron.
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
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Question 6

how do i treat low iron saturation levels?

Accepted Answer

First find out why: Low iron saturation may be evidence of iron deficiency. Low ferritin level would be more specific. If you suspect that you are iron deficient, you should work with a medical professional to find out why your are iron deficient and then to increase your knowledge about the different ways low iron levels can be replenished.

Question 7

what could lead to low fe(iron) saturation?

Accepted Answer

Several reasons: Can be blood loss form heavy periods or GI bleeding or other bleeding, inabiltiy to absorb, can be related to diet. You need to have work up see a hematologist.

Question 8

what does an increase iron saturation mean?

Accepted Answer

Iron saturation: Iron saturation or also called transferrin saturation is how much iron an individuals body holds.  To make is simple, an increased iron saturation means that you have a high amount of iron bound in your blood.  Consult your practitioner as to the significant of your result.  Usual adult value is between 20-50% depending on an individual.

Question 9

what does a very high iron saturation mean?

Accepted Answer

This is seen: In iron overload situations. It may be a sign of a genetic predisposition to absorbing too much iron.

Question 10

what do iron saturation levels of 11.1 mean?

Accepted Answer

Iron deficinecy: You are iron deficient you need to have additional work up and start replacement see your primary care physician and if needed they will send you to hematologist.

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