Blood test
Iron Status Profile
The iron in your blood and the iron your body keeps in store — whether there is too little, or too much.
What it is for
- Iron Status Profile
Why people check it
Low iron is a common reason for feeling tired and, over time, can lead to anaemia. Too much iron can cause serious problems as well. This test looks at both sides.
- Iron Status Profile
Who it is for
Anyone who wants to check for low iron or too much iron. If a result points to high iron, talk to a doctor about the next step.
- Signs
People often check it when they notice
- Tiredness and low energy
- Shortness of breath
- Heart palpitations
- Paler skin than usual
- Headaches
- Difficulty concentrating
How to give your sample
The app shows which ways are open for this test before you pay.
A kit at home
A finger-prick kit by post, with the return postage paid. The app walks you through it.
A collection point
A blood sample taken at a collection point near you, found from your postcode in the app.
Someone comes to you
A professional takes the sample at your home or office, on the day you choose.
The result arrives in the app.
It is yours — keep it, or send it to the doctor of your choice: only a doctor can say what it means for you. This page explains what the test is for; it does not replace a consultation.
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