What Is a TIBC Blood Test? A total iron-binding capacity test is a blood test that tells you how much iron is binding to the transferrin in your blood, which tells you how well iron is functioning in ...

A complete blood count (CBC) is a common test to diagnose anemia by measuring red blood cell count, hemoglobin, and hematocrit levels. Iron deficiency is a common cause of anemia, and doctors may ...

If you've recently gotten a blood test and your levels of hemoglobin the iron-containing protein in your blood that transports oxygen around your body came back too low, you may have a condition ...

Normal ferritin levels range from 15-150 ng/mL for females and 15-200 ng/mL for males. High ferritin levels can indicate an iron overload or inflammation. Eating iron-rich foods can help you raise ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I’ve been slightly anemic for most of my adult life, and my doctor has prescribed iron supplements (Vitron C). Now that I’m postmenopausal, I’m worried about getting too much iron.

Iron-deficiency anemia is a common complication of chronic kidney disease (CKD). It happens when your body doesn't have enough iron. You need iron to make the protein hemoglobin, which helps your red ...

Iron deficiency anemia is when your body does not have enough iron to produce hemoglobin—the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen throughout the body. Iron is an essential mineral needed to ...

Elizabeth Barnes, MS, RDN, LDN, is a dietitian with a focus on treating clients with eating disorders and disordered eating to help them to mend their relationship with food and their bodies. Fatigue, ...