Can you test for iron deficiency yourself?

Yes, you can test whether you have an iron deficiency yourself with a reliable iron deficiency self-test. This test measures the concentration of ferritin in your blood, a protein that stores iron, and gives a clear result within 10-15 minutes.

What is iron deficiency?

Iron deficiency occurs when your body does not have enough iron to transport oxygen effectively through the body. This can lead to symptoms such as:

• Fatigue
• Pale skin
• Headache
• Palpitations
• Shortness of breath

How does an iron deficiency self-test work?

The self-test measures the amount of ferritin in your blood. A low ferritin level (<20 ng/ml) may indicate an iron deficiency. The test proceeds in three simple steps:

1. Blood collection: Using a lancing pen, you take a drop of blood from your fingertip.
2. Test execution: You add the blood and buffer solution to the test cassette.
3. Read result: After 10-15 minutes, read the result according to the manual.

Why use a self-test?

A self-test offers quick and reliable results from the comfort of your own home. The benefits:

• Simple: no visit to GP needed.
• Reliable: Sensitivity and specificity of 98%.
• Fast: Within 15 minutes, you know where you stand.

Who is an iron deficiency self-test suitable for?

The self-test is ideal for people experiencing symptoms of iron deficiency, such as:

• Women of childbearing age
• Children
• People on a vegetarian or vegan diet

What to do in case of a positive result?

If the test indicates that you may have iron deficiency, it is important to contact a doctor for further investigation and advice. Iron deficiency can be treated with adjustments to your diet or iron supplements.

Order your iron deficiency self-test

Want to test whether you have iron deficiency yourself? Simply order the CE-certified iron deficiency self-test. With this test, you will know within 10-15 minutes whether your iron levels are in order.