1. How to use… iron studies.
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Hanna M, Fogarty M, Loughrey C, Thompson A, Macartney C, Thompson A, and McNaughten B
- Subjects
- Anemia, Iron-Deficiency etiology, Diagnosis, Differential, Humans, Iron Overload etiology, Iron-Binding Proteins blood, Thalassemia diagnosis, Anemia, Iron-Deficiency diagnosis, Iron blood, Iron Overload diagnosis
- Abstract
Iron studies are frequently requested in paediatric practice. They are useful both as a diagnostic tool and as a way of monitoring certain conditions, particularly those causing iron overload. This article outlines the physiology of iron metabolism and discusses laboratory aspects of performing iron studies, including factors influencing interpretation. Clinical scenarios are used to highlight how the tests can be used in different clinical situations., Competing Interests: Competing interests: None declared., (© Author(s) (or their employer(s)) 2019. No commercial re-use. See rights and permissions. Published by BMJ.)
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- 2019
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