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Gastroenterology (Expert Forum)
Liver enzymes and iron blood levels
Answered by
Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine
KevinMD.com
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Liver enzymes and iron blood levels
by Mfsutn, Feb 05, 2008 08:42AM
In a recent annual exam, I was told that two of my liver enzyme levels were slightly elevated. This is consistent with last years exam. This year we took it a little farther and tested for Hepatitas which was negative. I then had an Ultrasound and blood iron level tests.
The iron levels came back at the following levels,
Iron level - 116
Binding Capacity - 256
% Satin - 45
Ferritin - 369
Ultrasound test results were good with no abnormalities in any organs viewed. Small kidney stone found left kidney.
I have read up on this a little and was considering giving blood as a remedy. I have no symptoms of any problems (stomach pain, stool color, joint pain, fatigue, sex drive, etc.). These I believe are normal. I do not drink alcohol, red meat once a week. I prefer to eat and do eat green vegatables, potatoes, tomatoes, chicken fish and pork. I take no additional vitamins except once in a while fish oil. My parents are both living without complications, 85 and 75 years old.
I would appreciate your thoughts and ideas to if this needs attention other than giving blood.
Thank you.
Mark
I would appreciate your suggestions
The iron levels came back at the following levels,
Iron level - 116
Binding Capacity - 256
% Satin - 45
Ferritin - 369
Ultrasound test results were good with no abnormalities in any organs viewed. Small kidney stone found left kidney.
I have read up on this a little and was considering giving blood as a remedy. I have no symptoms of any problems (stomach pain, stool color, joint pain, fatigue, sex drive, etc.). These I believe are normal. I do not drink alcohol, red meat once a week. I prefer to eat and do eat green vegatables, potatoes, tomatoes, chicken fish and pork. I take no additional vitamins except once in a while fish oil. My parents are both living without complications, 85 and 75 years old.
I would appreciate your thoughts and ideas to if this needs attention other than giving blood.
Thank you.
Mark
I would appreciate your suggestions
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Pho, MD, Feb 05, 2008 09:12AM
, Feb 05, 2008 09:12AM
I agree with the testing thus far.
An elevated ferritin level can be indicative of hemochromatosis, which should be evaluated further if suspected.
The imaging studies of the liver as well as hepatitis tests would exclude many of the major causes of elevated liver enzymes.
Further blood tests to exclude hemochromatosis should be discussed with your personal physician if this avenue is suspected.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patients education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
www.kevinmd.com
An elevated ferritin level can be indicative of hemochromatosis, which should be evaluated further if suspected.
The imaging studies of the liver as well as hepatitis tests would exclude many of the major causes of elevated liver enzymes.
Further blood tests to exclude hemochromatosis should be discussed with your personal physician if this avenue is suspected.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patients education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
www.kevinmd.com
