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Iron studies | Pathology Tests Explained

Iron is needed to help form adequate numbers of normal red blood cells, which carry oxygen throughout the body. Iron is a critical part of haemoglobin, the p

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Iron | Pathology Tests Explained

Iron is an essential trace element in your blood. It is necessary for forming healthy red blood cells, which carry oxygen through your body, and for some enz

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Iron deficiency anaemia in children - myDr.com.au

Many children do not get enough iron from their diet to meet the demands of their growing bodies. This can result in low body iron and eventually iron deficiency anaemia (low haemoglobin).

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Haemochromatosis - myDr.com.au

It's World Haemochromatosis Week. Haemochromatosis is an inherited condition in which the body absorbs too much iron from food, leading to a build-up of iron. Early detection and treatment can prevent complications.

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Haemochromatosis and haemochromatotic arthritis — Arthritis Australia

Haemochromatosis is a condition caused by a build up of iron in your body

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What the 6 most common pathology tests reveal about your health | Know Pathology Know Healthcare

What the 6 most common pathology tests reveal about your health Apr 1, 2016 0 Comment Post By:Annette Stenhouse Over 500 million pathology tests were ordered for Australians in the last 12 months, covering a vast array of diseases and conditions from cholesterol checks to cancer diagnoses

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Anaemia - myDr.com.au

If results from a full blood count indicate you have anaemia, there are further blood tests that can be done to determine the cause of your anaemia.

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Are you a carrier of Haemochromatosis? | Know Pathology Know Healthcare

1 in 7 people of Caucasian heritage carry the gene and the condition affects 1 in 200 people

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Vitamin and mineral supplements - what to know - Better Health Channel

Vitamin and mineral supplements are frequently misused and taken without professional advice. Find out more about vitamin and mineral supplements and where to get advice.

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Anaemia - Better Health Channel

When a person is anaemic, the red blood cells have to work harder to get oxygen around the body.

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