Iron overload is prevalent among adults with sickle cell disease (SCD), according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the American Society of Hematology, held from Dec. 6 to 9 in Orlando, ...

Saturation of TfR1 leads to the dissociation of Hfe and the binding of the alter to the TfR2, which in turn influences the binding of BMP6 to its receptors on the membrane. Increased liver iron ...

Normal ferritin levels range from 15-150 ng/mL for females and 15-200 ng/mL for males. High ferritin levels can indicate an iron overload or inflammation. Eating iron-rich foods can help you raise ...

The clinical introduction of hepcidin25 (Hep25) has led to a more detailed understanding of its relationship with ferroportin (FP) and divalent metal transporter1 in primary iron overload syndromes ...

Iron-rich foods, paired with vitamin C and smart supplementation, can prevent iron deficiency anemia while supporting energy metabolism, brain function, and immunity across the lifespan. Balanced ...

Investigators used MRI to evaluate brain perfusion in patients with transfusion-dependent (n=54) and non–transfusion-dependent (n=23) β-thalassemia versus 56 controls. They found that relative ...

Medical professionals do not typically recommend limiting most foods if a person has anemia. However, it is generally best to avoid high amounts of dairy, as it ca. block iron absorption. Iron ...

Mild anemia can have several causes, including iron or B12 deficiency, chronic illness, or pregnancy. Anemia is very common, affecting up to one-third of the world’s population. Mild anemia occurs ...