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My ferritin level is low at 29ug/l, but iron and haemoglobin levels are normal at 23umol/l and 142g/l. what could be causing this and how can i fix?

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Iron deficient: Your iron stores go low long before you become anemic. I hope no one is forcing a non-supplementing vegetarian diet on you. You need to be checked for Blood loss in your stool and if you are a frequent blood donor, consider supplementing. Your physician can guide you further.

Answered 7/19/2016

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A member asked:

My ferritin level is low at 29ug/l, but iron and haemoglobin levels are normal at 23umol/l and 142g/l. what could be causing this and how can i fix?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

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