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How high of iron is so high you need treatment? i was anemic so i took iron supplements. in april my iron was 150 with iron saturation at 50%, now, since stopping all red meat and all iron, it still went up. iron is 170 and iron saturation 55%?
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Your blood iron level in still in the normal range (50-170). Serum concentration over 500 microgram/dl generally requires a chelation therapy.
Answered 7/5/2021
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All laboratory results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the tests is usually in the best position to do that. Talk to the doctor who ordered the tests. Having said that, your results are not a cause for concern. Wish you good health!
Answered 7/5/2021
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