4 reasons to get your iron levels checked

Are you experiencing symptoms of iron deficiency? Are you pregnant or breastfeeding? If you are concerned about your iron levels, it is recommended to have them tested. Puhti offers various test packages for iron deficiency.

1. Examining symptoms with a doctor

Adequate iron intake can effectively ensure normal alertness and well-being. Sufficient iron levels help to stay energetic and healthy. If you are experiencing symptoms of iron deficiency, it is advisable to discuss them with your doctor.

2. Poor iron absorption in the body

Although iron is obtained from food, its absorption in the body can be weak. Iron is absorbed in the small intestine, so the small intestine plays an important role in regulating the body's iron levels. Conditions such as celiac disease and other absorption disorders can affect iron absorption. On average, only 15% of dietary iron is absorbed into the body.

3. Prevention of anemia

Normal iron levels help prevent anemia. Through tests, it is also possible to assess whether it is iron deficiency anemia or some other form of anemia. The most common symptoms of iron deficiency anemia are fatigue and reduced physical performance.

4. You belong to a risk group

If you belong to the risk groups for iron deficiency, considering ferritin measurements is recommended. The risk groups for iron deficiency include pregnant women, the elderly, and blood donors. A strict vegetarian diet or gastrointestinal diseases can also expose the body to decreased iron levels.

Check out Puhti's iron level tests on their website. By using the code blueiron10, you can get a 10% discount on your next test. The discount code is valid until the end of October.