Description
Iron deficiency anaemia is common in children and women of all ages, but it is most common in women who are still menstruating (at least 20% are iron deficient). The main symptoms are pallor, fatigue, headache, faster heartbeat or shortness of breath during exercise. Symptoms may appear gradually and may go unnoticed. Iron deficiency occurs when there are not enough red blood cells in the blood, resulting in a reduction in haemoglobin, which is the main protein involved in transporting oxygen throughout the body. An important component of haemoglobin is iron. Iron depletion, which can occur during pregnancy, growth, inadequate iron intake, inadequate absorption or blood loss (menstruation, abnormal bleeding, ulcers, etc.), has a major impact on health. Low ferritin levels may also indicate hypothyroidism, vitamin C deficiency or celiac disease.
Results within 5 minutes.
Accuracy – >95.1%
Type – cassette
Sample – blood.