Laboratory-based chemical analysis of capillary blood to determine ferritin levels.
Iron is an important trace element that is mainly required for haematopoiesis; it is also responsible for the transport and storage of oxygen. Iron is primarily stored in the enzyme ferritin.
Iron deficiency is most frequently caused by poor diet, bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract and frequent blood donations. Iron deficiency often occurs during heavy menstruation and pregnancy. In children and adolescents, iron decifiency can negatively impact cognitive abilities. This iron deficiency blood test determines your ferritin level in order to detect a possible iron deficiency.
