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Ferritin is responsible for storing iron, which is an essential mineral for our body's functioning. This test helps determine if you have too much or too little iron in your body.

If your ferritin levels are too high, it may indicate that you have an excess of iron, which can lead to various health problems. On the other hand, if your ferritin levels are too low, it may suggest that you have an iron deficiency, which can cause symptoms like fatigue, weakness, and difficulty concentrating.

By measuring your ferritin levels, this test helps doctors diagnose and monitor conditions related to iron levels, such as iron overload disorders (hemochromatosis) or iron deficiency anemia. It can also help identify the underlying cause of these conditions, such as certain diseases or dietary issues.

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Iron is an essential mineral that helps your body produce red blood cells and carry oxygen throughout your body. This test is commonly used to check for iron deficiency or iron overload.

If your iron levels are too low, it means you may not have enough iron to make sufficient red blood cells, which can lead to a condition called iron deficiency anemia. Symptoms of iron deficiency anemia include fatigue, weakness, pale skin, and shortness of breath.

On the other hand, if your iron levels are too high, it may indicate a condition called hemochromatosis, where your body absorbs too much iron from the food you eat. This can lead to organ damage over time.

By measuring your iron levels, this test helps diagnose and monitor these conditions. Depending on the results, your doctor may recommend dietary changes, iron supplements, or further testing to determine the underlying cause of your iron levels.

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The Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC) test is a blood test that measures the amount of iron that can be carried by proteins in your blood. It helps to determine how well your body can transport and store iron. Iron is an essential mineral that is needed for the production of red blood cells, which carry oxygen throughout your body.

The TIBC test is often ordered to evaluate iron levels and diagnose conditions such as iron deficiency anemia or iron overload. Iron deficiency anemia occurs when there is not enough iron in your body to produce an adequate amount of healthy red blood cells. On the other hand, iron overload can happen when there is too much iron in your body, which can lead to organ damage.

By measuring the TIBC, you can assess your body's ability to bind and transport iron. This information helps determine if you have enough iron in your body or if there is an imbalance that needs to be addressed.

The results of the TIBC test, along with other blood tests, can guide in diagnosing and treating iron-related conditions.

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The Transferrin Saturation test measures the amount of iron in your blood and how well it is being transported to your organs and tissues. This test is used to diagnose conditions such as iron deficiency anemia or hemochromatosis, which are related to the levels of iron in your body.

Iron is an essential mineral that helps your body make red blood cells and carry oxygen to all parts of your body. If your transferrin saturation levels are too low, it may indicate that you are not getting enough iron in your diet or that your body is not absorbing it properly. On the other hand, if your levels are too high, it could be a sign of iron overload, which can lead to organ damage.

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The Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) test measures the level of TSH in your body. TSH is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that helps regulate the thyroid gland, which is responsible for controlling your metabolism.

This test is used to diagnose thyroid problems, such as hypothyroidism (an underactive thyroid) or hyperthyroidism (an overactive thyroid).

Symptoms of thyroid problems can include fatigue, weight gain or loss, hair loss, and changes in mood or energy levels.

If your TSH levels are too high or too low, it can indicate a problem with your thyroid gland.

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A haematocrit test is a common blood test that measures the proportion of red blood cells (RBCs) in your blood. Haematocrit is expressed as a percentage or ratio of the volume of red blood cells to the total volume of blood. 

This test is a key component of a complete blood count (CBC) and provides valuable information about your overall health and can help diagnose various conditions.

Purpose and Significance of Haematocrit Test:

1. Assessing Blood Volume and Concentration: Haematocrit levels indicate the concentration of red blood cells in the blood, which is crucial for delivering oxygen throughout the body.
2. Diagnosing Anaemia: Low haematocrit values can suggest anaemia, a condition where you don't have enough healthy red blood cells to carry adequate oxygen to your body's tissues. There are many types of anaemia, and hematocrit can help in identifying them.
3. Identifying Polycythaemia: High haematocrit levels may indicate polycythemia, a condition where the body produces too many red blood cells, which can thicken the blood and increase the risk of clotting.
4. Monitoring Medical Conditions: Haematocrit is used to monitor conditions that affect blood volume or red blood cell levels, including chronic kidney disease, heart disease, and bone marrow disorders.
5. Guiding Treatment: The test helps in managing conditions that affect hydration levels and red blood cell count. It also helps evaluate the effectiveness of treatments for conditions like anemia and polycythemia.
6. Checking Overall Health: A haematocrit test is often part of routine health examinations to provide a general status check on a person’s health.

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Haemoglobin is a test that measures the amount of a protein called haemoglobin in your blood. 

Haemoglobin is a vital component of red blood cells and is responsible for carrying oxygen from your lungs to the rest of your body.

This test is commonly used to check for conditions like anaemia, which is a condition where there is a low level of haemoglobin in the blood.

By measuring the haemoglobin level, you can determine if you have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen effectively. 

If your haemoglobin level is too low, it may indicate that you have anaemia, which can cause symptoms like fatigue, weakness, and shortness of breath. On the other hand, if your haemoglobin level is too high, it may suggest a condition called polycythaemia, which can lead to thickening of the blood and increase the risk of blood clots.

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Mean Cell Haemoglobin Concentration (MCHC) is a blood test measurement that shows the average concentration of haemoglobin in your red blood cells. Haemoglobin is the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen throughout your body. MCHC helps determine how much haemoglobin each red blood cell has relative to its size. If the MCHC is low, it suggests the cells don't have enough haemoglobin, which can indicate types of anaemia. 

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The Mean Cell Haemoglobin (MCH) is a blood test that measures the average amount of haemoglobin in your red blood cells. Haemoglobin is the protein in your blood that carries oxygen from the lungs to the rest of your body. Checking the MCH helps doctors see if you have different types of anaemia or other health issues. For example, a low MCH could mean you have iron deficiency anaemia, while a high MCH might indicate vitamin B12 deficiency. Understanding these levels helps in diagnosing conditions and deciding on the best treatment plan.

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The Mean Cell Volume (MCV) test is a blood test that measures the average size of your red blood cells. Red blood cells carry oxygen throughout your body, so it's important that they are the right size to do their job effectively.

If your MCV is too high, it means your red blood cells are larger than normal, which can be a sign of certain types of anaemia or other health conditions. If your MCV is too low, it means your red blood cells are smaller than normal, which can also be a sign of anaemia or other health issues.

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Mean Platelet Volume (MPV) tests show the mean number of platelets you have in your blood.

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Platelets are tiny blood cells that help your body form clots to stop bleeding. If you cut yourself, it’s the platelets that rush to the site of the injury and help seal the wound by forming a blood clot.

This test is crucial because having either too many or too few platelets can indicate a range of health issues. 

Low platelet counts (thrombocytopenia) can lead to excessive bleeding and bruising, showing that even minor injuries might cause serious bleeding. 

On the other hand, too many platelets (thrombocytosis) can lead to blood clots in your veins or arteries, which can cause strokes or heart attacks.

Doctors order platelet tests to monitor general health, diagnose diseases, or check the effectiveness of some treatments. It’s commonly performed if you have unexplained bruising or bleeding, are showing signs of an infection, or as part of routine health screenings.

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A Red Cell Count measures the number of red blood cells (RBCs) in a sample of your blood. 

Red blood cells are vital for health because they carry oxygen from your lungs to all parts of your body and bring carbon dioxide back to your lungs to be exhaled. This test diagnose and manage conditions like anaemia (low RBC count), which can cause fatigue and weakness, or polycythemia (high RBC count), which can lead to blood clots and other serious conditions. 

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Red Cell Distribution Width (RDW) shows the variation in size of your red blood cells (RBCs). 

If red blood cells vary widely in size, RDW values will be higher. This can indicate certain types of anaemia or other health conditions like heart disease. It’s particularly useful in distinguishing between different types of anaemia and understanding the underlying causes.

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White Cell Count measures the number of white cells in your blood.

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Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that helps your body absorb calcium and maintain strong bones.

This test is important because vitamin D deficiency can lead to weak bones, muscle weakness, and increased risk of fractures. It can also affect your immune system, making you more susceptible to infections. 

Vitamin D comes from two sources; it can be ingested from foods and supplements, or be produced in the skin once it is exposed to sunlight.

Vitamin D tests are used to identify vitamin D deficiency and to monitor disease that interfere with fat absorption like Crohn’s disease.
 

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