Hemochromatosis Flashcards

1
Q

best diagnostic test for hemochromatosis?

A

HFE gene test

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2
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best screening tool for hemochromatosis?

A

serum transferrin saturation (>45%)

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3
Q

to find out extent of iron overload, wtd?

A

do liver biopsy

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4
Q

treatment

A

phlebotomy target sat <50% and ferritin 20-30 mcg/dL

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