Serum Iron

Iron Studies marker

Iron

Serum Iron

Category: Iron Studies
Unit: umol/L

Amount of iron circulating in the blood.

PED Notes

AAS-driven increased red blood cell production increases iron demand. Regular blood donors (recommended for high haematocrit) may develop iron deficiency. Monitor iron studies regularly if donating blood.

Supplements (for low iron):

  • Iron Bisglycinate -- better absorbed, fewer GI side effects
  • Vitamin C -- 500mg with iron to enhance absorption

Tips:

  • Take iron on empty stomach or with Vitamin C
  • Avoid calcium, coffee, and tea with iron (inhibit absorption)

References:

  • Camaschella, C. (2015). Iron-deficiency anemia. New England Journal of Medicine, 372(19), 1832-1843. DOI: 10.1056/NEJMra1401038
  • Bachman, E., Travison, T. G., Basaria, S., et al. (2014). Testosterone induces erythrocytosis via increased erythropoietin and suppressed hepcidin. The Journals of Gerontology: Series A, 69(6), 725-735. DOI: 10.1093/gerona/glt154

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Reference Ranges

Standard Range

10 - 30 umol/L

VitalMetrics Range

12 - 30 umol/L

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