Iron Deficiency Testing: What You Need to Know
Iron deficiency affects 1 in 8 Australians. Learn what iron studies measure, how to prepare, and what results mean.
9 min read
Best for
- Dietary shifts like vegan or low-carb
- Energy or immune concerns tied to nutrients
- Iron and B vitamin status
- Mineral assessment with zinc, copper, magnesium
Standard Care
Nutritional Status
Vitamin D, iron, B vitamins, and mineral markers for nutritional deficiency screening.
$449one-off, no subscription
- 9 tests · 12 biomarkers
- NATA-accredited pathology
- No GP referral needed
- Results in 24-72 hours
What's Being Measured
2 categories, 12 biomarkers
How it works
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TODAY
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THIS WEEK
One quick visit
Walk into one of 1,900+ NATA-accredited collection centres. A single blood draw is all it takes.
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IN 2–5 DAYS
Clear results
We translate your results into plain language in your dashboard - what each marker means, and what is in range.
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ONGOING
Track over time
Retest when it matters and watch your trends, so you can see what is actually changing.
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Serum B12 can read "normal" while methylmalonic acid (MMA) and active B12 (holotranscobalamin) reveal a functional deficiency that is already damaging peripheral nerves. AAN, European Academy of Neurology, and NICE 2024 evidence all converge on the same message: when nerves are involved, do not stop at total B12.
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This information is for general education and is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Results are best interpreted with a qualified healthcare practitioner in the context of your symptoms and history.