Ferritin is a protein in the body that is used to store iron. The ferritin blood test can detect elevated or low levels of ferritin in the body, which may indicate disease such as hemochromatosis, rheumatoid arthritis, certain cancers, anemia, or iron deficiency. Folliculitis Folliculitis is a...
Treatment of restless leg syndrome is first directed toward any underlying illness if known, which may include: Blood testing to reveal underlying iron deficiency anemia may reveal the underlying cause. If varicose veins are thought to be the cause, then surgery to repair the circulation may be ...
Age-specific criteria for the diagnosis of functional nutritional deficiency related to anemia are necessary. We examined the nationally representative sample of Polish seniors. Complete blood count, serum iron, ferritin, vitamin B12, folate, and renal parameters were assessed in 3452 (1632 women, ...