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Hemochromatosis |
Ferritin and fasting04/20/2009 |
I am to be tested for ferritin and also for genetic hemochromatosis. Should I get these tests done in the morning? Should I fast for 12 hours? Thank you.
Answer:
Thank you for visiting NetWellness. You do not need to be fasting for either test.
For more information:
Go to the Hemochromatosis health topic, where you can:
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Response by:
Mark Wurster, MD
Formerly:
Clinical Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine
Department of Internal Medicine
College of Medicine
The Ohio State University
Amy Curry Sturm, MS, CGC
Certified Genetic Counselor
Medical Genetics Program
Division of Human Genetics
Department of Internal Medicine
College of Medicine
The Ohio State University
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