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How long does it take for iron levels to go down with draining of the blood?

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Dr. Victor Bonuel answered

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It may vary from : 1-3 months depending upon the baseline level of iron stores in the body. Take care! http://www.Irondisorders.Org/phlebotomy.

Answered 12/10/2013

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