What sample is required?
The determination is made from a venous blood sample.
Is some kind of prior preparation necessary?
For this test you do not need any special preparation.
Why do the analysis?
To know the body's ability to store iron and to diagnose iron overload (too much) or deficiency (little amount).
When to do the analysis?
When the patient presents low hemoglobin and hematocrit values in the complete blood count or when the doctor suspects that there is a situation of iron deficiency or overload.