This article will discuss the various types of diseases related to iron deficiency and some common questions related to iron deficiency.
Iron is the essential mineral responsible for the normal functioning of the body. Iron is used in various body functions like carrying oxygen, muscles, enzymes, hormones etc. Deficiency of iron can cause various abnormalities. Some common abnormalities include:
ANEMIA
Is defined as a blood disorder that occurs when the body doesn’t have enough red blood cells or haemoglobin to carry oxygen to the body’s tissue. Having anaemia for longer periods can result in tiredness, weakness, and shortness of breath.
- Aplastic anemia
- Iron deficiency anemia
- Sickle cell anemia
- Vitamin deficiency anemia
- Thalassemia
Aplastic anemia
It is a disease that happens when the body stops making sufficiently new blood cells. This condition makes the person fatigued and more prone to infections and uncontrolled bleeding. It can develop at any age and occur suddenly or worsen over some time and can be mild or severe.
Iron deficiency anaemia
This type of anaemia is very common, in which there is not enough iron attached to RBCs to carry oxygen. Red blood cells carry oxygen to the body’s tissues. As the name implies, iron deficiency anaemia is due to insufficient iron and the body can’t make enough of a substance in red blood cells that enables them to carry oxygen (haemoglobin).
Sickle cell anemia
This type of anaemia results because of the shape of RBCs and results in less iron attachment carrying low oxygen. In sickle cell anaemia, some red blood cells are shaped like sickles or half moons like. These cells become sticky and rigid, which reduces the supply by blockage of blood flow.
Vitamin deficiency anaemia
It is a lack of healthy red blood cells caused by lower than-usual amounts of Vitamin B12 and folate. It can happen if we don’t eat enough foods containing Vitamin B12 and folate, or if the body has trouble absorbing or processing these Vitamins. Without these nutrients, the body produces red blood cells that are too big and don’t work properly. This reduces their ability to carry oxygen.
Thalassemia
Hemoglobin than normal. Haemoglobin enables red blood cells to carry oxygen and makes you fatigued. Some babies show signs and symptoms of thalassemia at birth, and others develop them during the first two years of life. If the person is having mild thalassemia, it might not be treated whereas severe forms require blood transfusions regularly. So, doing exercise regularly or eating a healthy diet to overcome thalassemia.
Tests used for Anemia Conditions
Iron deficiency anemia is diagnosed with a blood test, that measures the levels of hemoglobin, red blood cells, iron, and ferritin in the blood.
Complete blood count
This test is used to measure the number and types of blood cells in the sample.
Red blood cell count
In people with anaemia, there are fewer red blood cells than normal. Red blood cells may also. Be smaller and paler than normal
Hemoglobin levels
In people with anaemia, haemoglobin levels are lower than normal.
Iron levels
A doctor may tell that the iron level in the blood is low.
Transferrin saturation
If the transferrin saturation comes out to be less than 20%, then it indicates iron deficiency.
Ferritin levels
A doctor may order a test to evaluate the ferritin levels.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is Iron Deficiency?
Iron Deficiency is the reduced level of iron minerals in the body. This condition leads to various abnormalities like anaemia, aplastic anaemia, sickle cell anaemia etc.
What are the different types of Iron Deficiency Diseases?
Various types of diseases are caused by iron deficiency like Aplastic anemia, Iron deficiency anaemia, Sickle cell anemia, Vitamin deficiency anaemia, Thalassemia etc.
Which test is used for Iron Deficiency Diagnosis?
Various tests used for the diagnosis of Iron deficiency include the CBC test. Iron level test, ferritin test, genetic tests etc.
What are the symptoms of Iron Deficiency?
Various symptoms related to Iron Deficiency include weakness, shortness of breath, dizziness, headache, fatigue etc.
What are the causes of Iron Deficiency?
Causes of iron deficiency include diet, blood loss, malabsorption of nutrients, infection, diseases etc.
What is the ICD-10 code for Iron Deficiency Unspecified?
The ICD-10 code for unspecified Iron Deficiency is D50.9.
How to book an appointment for an Iron Deficiency Test in Delhi?
Patients can visit Ganesh's diagnostic website or call at 011-47-444-444 / 011-47-333-333 to book an appointment for any Iron Deficiency test in Delhi.
How can Patients download Iron Deficiency Test Reports Online?
Patients can visit Ganesh's diagnostic website or call at 011-47-444-444 / 011-47-333-333 to download the Iron Deficiency test report online.
Which Iron Deficiency Test Diagnostic Centre is near me in Delhi?
You can choose Ganesh Diagnostic Centres for Iron Deficiency tests in Delhi which has different centres in Delhi Rohini, Nangloi, Model Town, Hari Nagar, Mangol Puri and Yamuna Vihar.
