Is An Iron Infusion Advisable When Having Normal Blood Report?

Posted on Mon, 9 Jan 2017

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Question : Would having an iron infusion(because I have a platelet count of 588) although I have a iron measurement of 170(the highest normal) iron capacity of 183. I was told my iron was low but it doesn't look it to me. I do not want to end upwith too much. no sign of blood cancers. thank you

Answered by Dr. Sagar Makode (10 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Not needed

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Values you mentioned looks like normal to me. so iron infusion is not needed. Is your hemoglobin normal, I guess it is. So you should discuss with your doctor regarding the need of it. There is no indication if your iron Levels are normal.

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