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What iron levels are considered "suspicious" for iron overload/hemochromatosis?
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Dr. Gregg Albers answered
40 years experience in Addiction Medicine
Hemachromatosis: A number of tests are available to check iron levels, and a hematologist or blood disease specialist, will check multiple tests for iron overload. The specialist may also suggest a liver biopsy to check for iron overload.
Answered on Jun 5, 2019
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Hemachromatosis: The single gene carrier will likely not develop any symptoms or problems from increased iron absorption. You will still need to have regular blood wo ... Read More
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