is there a test to take to show if your iron is enough or not?

Question

Do you know where they would sell the device for testing the iron?

I've been taking the slow fe supplement for a month now. I hoped it raised my iron level somewhat. And I really don't know when do i have enough..

Answer 1

You have to see your doctor or a nurse practitioner. They will have to do a blood draw to check iron levels and see if you are anemic.

In the meantime, to ensure you are getting enough iron in your diet, make sure you eat some of these iron-rich foods:
Foods that are a good source of iron include:

* liver (Yuck!)
* lean red meats, including beef, pork, lamb
* seafood, such as oysters, clams, tuna, salmon, and shrimp, etc.
* beans, including kidney, lima, navy, black, pinto, soy beans, and lentils
* iron fortified whole grains, including cereals, breads, rice, and pasta
* greens, including collard greens, kale, mustard greens, spinach, and turnip greens
* tofu
* vegetables, including broccoli, swiss chard, asparagus, parsley, watercress, brussel sprouts
* chicken and turkey
* blackstrap molasses
* nuts
* egg yolks
* dried fruits, such as raisins, prunes, dates and apricots

Good luck!

Answer 2

If you are taking iron, you must have been told to do so by your physician. He will re check your iron after you have taken it for awhile. It is called an iron, ferritin and iron binding profile. If you were not told to take iron by a doctor. Stop now and see a doctor. You can seriously damage yourself taking iron tablets which are not prescribed.
RN x 12 yrs.

Answer 3

A blood test shows if your iron is low or not.

Answer 4

I know a blood test from the doctor can determine that but I'm not aware of any over-the-counter sort of test for that.

Answer 5

Like everyone else said, yes, there is a test. It's kinda pricey, though ($200+). Here's one website if you still want to do it: http://www.bioassaysys.com/Order.htm

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