The Iron & Energy Profile is designed to identify the common medical causes of tiredness, low energy, shortness of breath, and reduced exercise tolerance.
It provides a detailed assessment of iron status, red blood cell health, and markers related to anaemia.
What this profile measures
Full Blood Count
Iron
Ferritin
Total Iron Binding Capacity
Transferrin
Transferrin saturation
Vitamin B12
Folate
Inflammation marker (hs-CRP)
This profile helps assess:
• Iron deficiency
• Anaemia
• B12 or folate deficiency
• Chronic inflammation
• Unexplained fatigue
• Heavy menstrual bleeding
• Dietary insufficiency (e.g., plant-based diets)
A strong first-line test when patients experience persistent tiredness or reduced physical performance.