The Longevity Lab

Low iron is common, but the best treatment depends on why it’s low.

For many people, oral iron is the first option. In some cases, an iron infusion may be considered when oral iron isn’t tolerated, isn’t being absorbed well, isn’t improving levels adequately, or when iron needs to be replenished more efficiently.

Before recommending an iron infusion, a thorough assessment is important. This may include reviewing symptoms, health history, medications, menstrual blood loss, digestion, and bloodwork such as CBC, ferritin, iron, transferrin saturation, and TIBC.

The goal isn’t simply to “get more iron.”

The goal is to understand the cause of low iron, choose the most appropriate treatment option, and monitor progress safely.

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