Iron is an important mineral for the body that helps convert food into energy. Iron in the blood helps transport oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body, which is essential for the proper ...

Dr Rajan explains that if you’re experiencing symptoms of iron deficiency despite “normal” blood reports, it may be worth checking your storage iron levels, as these are often the first to decline. He ...

Ferritin is the parameter most often used in primary care to diagnose iron deficiency. The cutoff value of ferritin can affect the number of cases diagnosed, however. A study published in JAMA Network ...