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Fem, 44 yrs, high iron (187 ug/dl), high transferrin saturation (76%), slightly low tibc (246 ug/dl), normal ferritin (70 ng/ml) & normal hb. prior labs 1 mo ago the same. stopped multivitamin and vit c supplements between. high vit b. concerning?
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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. If you are worried about hemochromatosis, you may get a genetic test for the disorder. Wish you good health!
Answered 8/9/2021
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