03057- Anemia Panel

Are you feeling tired, dizzy, or have a headache? You could have anemia. Anemia is a common medical condition characterized by a decrease in the number of red blood cells or hemoglobin concentration in the blood, resulting in a reduced ability to carry oxygen to the body's tissues. The Anemia Panel is a set of laboratory tests designed to identify and monitor different types of anemia, enabling accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment. Our Anemia Panel includes a variety of tests that examine multiple aspects of your blood health, such as: Complete blood count (CBC): This basic test provides information about red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets, including cell count, size, and shape. CBC results help identify anemias of various origins, such as iron deficiency anemia, hemolytic anemia, and megaloblastic anemia. Serum iron and ferritin: These tests measure the amount of iron in the blood and ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. Low levels