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A member asked:

Is it ok if i have fasted before i get a ferritin test?

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Yes: Fasting will not affect ferritin results.

Dr Krauser agreed

Answered 1/4/2014

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Hi.I'm going through frontal hair loss after rebounding..gradually its going back...went to dermatologist.he did blood test..all well..except ferritin level its 15..although its come under the range but he said it should b 40...I'm soooo worried..n gettin

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My ferritin is 4.4, Iron 26, Vitamin D 17, I have hemolysis and target cells. I struggle to walk and heart beats fast. Is this an emergency? Should I get iron infusions? Or iron tablets?

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My ferritin is 4.4, Iron 26, Vitamin D 17, Hemoglobin 10, Hematocrit 32. I have hemolysis and target cells. I struggle to walk and heart beats fast. Is this an emergency? Should I get iron infusions? Or iron tablets?

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Can low ferritin cause anxiety symptoms? my blood test indicated that my ferritin level is a 4. I have been suffering from anxiety symptoms (lightheaded, short of breath, fast heart rate, etc). my thyroid, heart, and blood pressure are all normal.

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My feet are always cold. I dont have raynauds, all blood tests came back fine for iron, ferritin, etc. I take vitamin c for iron absorption. If I dont wear socks, my toes will turn purple. Ive had this all of my life. Hands get cold too. Advice?

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