Feeling Tired, Breathless or Struggling to Concentrate?
Feeling tired, breathless, struggling to concentrate, or noticing hair thinning? Many people assume they simply need more iron, but the reality is often more complex. A standard ferritin blood test provides useful information, but it only tells part of the story. To truly understand your iron status, a comprehensive iron profile test is often required. At Levitas DX, we regularly see patients who have normal ferritin levels yet continue to experience symptoms of iron deficiency.Why Iron Alone Isn't Always Enough
Ferritin is a protein that stores iron within the body. A ferritin blood test measures these stored reserves and is often the first investigation requested when iron deficiency is suspected. However, ferritin is also an inflammatory marker.
Important: Ferritin can appear normal or elevated even when functional iron deficiency exists.
- Chronic inflammation
- Infection
- Metabolic dysfunction
- Autoimmune conditions
- Long-term health issues
What Does a Full Iron Panel Measure?
Ferritin
Measures stored iron reserves.Serum Iron
Measures circulating iron in the bloodstream.Transferrin
Iron transport protein.TSAT
Measures percentage of transferrin carrying iron.TIBC
Measures iron binding capacity.Common Symptoms of Iron Deficiency
✓ Persistent fatigue
✓ Brain fog
✓ Poor concentration
✓ Hair thinning
✓ Breathlessness
✓ Dizziness
✓ Restless legs
✓ Cold hands & feet
Private Iron Testing with Levitas DX
If you are searching for a private iron blood test near me, Levitas DX offers comprehensive iron investigations with expert interpretation. Testing is available through our clinics and partner locations across:| London |
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✓ Mayfair
✓ The HVN, Knightsbridge
✓ Chelsea
✓ Kensington
✓ Marylebone
✓ Belgravia
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✓ Esher
✓ Guildford
We also provide convenient UK-wide testing pathways for patients seeking advanced diagnostic assessment.