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Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)

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ISBN:9780134580999

Author:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Publisher:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Chapter1: The Human Body: An Orientation

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What would the results of an iron study be in a paitent with iron deficiency anemia?

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Iron Deficiency Anemia

Iron play vital role in maintaining body function, like production of hemoglobin molecule that carries oxygen , its also important for healthy skin, hair and nail. In iron deficiency anemia body doesn't have enough iron , which is required to make hemoglobin. Due to lack of iron in blood , body cant get enough amount of oxygen it needs to perform vital functions in body. The symptoms of iron deficiency include

Fatigue
Weakness
Shortness of breath
Headaches
Irregular heart beat

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