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Iron

Aliases: Fe

Group: Mineral

Description:

Iron is an essential mineral that is vital for various bodily functions, including the transport of oxygen in the blood. A blood test to measure iron levels can help assess the body's iron status. Iron deficiency can lead to anemia, a condition characterized by a lack of healthy red blood cells. The test can also evaluate the severity of iron deficiency in individuals and is used in population studies to assess anemia prevalence.