{"product_id":"iron-studies-test","title":"Hormone Profile Blood Test — Female \u0026 Male Sex Hormone Panel | Boost \u0026 Glow","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExhausted, losing hair, and been told your bloods are normal? Low iron could still be the culprit.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis is one of the most important — and most misunderstood — areas of blood testing. Standard blood tests often only check haemoglobin, which can appear completely normal even when your iron stores are critically depleted. That means thousands of people are left struggling with debilitating fatigue and hair loss and told there's nothing wrong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Iron Studies test goes much deeper, measuring four key markers to give you a truly complete picture of your iron status — from how much you have stored, to how efficiently your body is transporting and using it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the Iron Studies test check?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFerritin (Stored Iron)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the most important marker for iron deficiency; reflects how much iron your body has in reserve. Low ferritin is one of the most common — and most commonly missed — causes of fatigue and hair loss, even when other markers look normal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerum Iron\u003c\/strong\u003e — measures the amount of iron currently circulating in your blood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransferrin (Iron Transport Protein)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the protein responsible for carrying iron around the body; high levels can indicate iron deficiency, low levels may suggest overload or inflammation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransferrin Saturation\u003c\/strong\u003e — the percentage of transferrin that is actively carrying iron; a critical ratio for identifying both deficiency and overload with precision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTogether, these four markers reveal the full story of your iron health — something a basic haemoglobin check simply cannot do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho is this test for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis test is ideal for anyone who:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eIs experiencing persistent fatigue, low energy, or difficulty concentrating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eHas noticed increased hair shedding, thinning, or slow hair growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eHas been told their bloods are \"normal\" but still feels exhausted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eIs pregnant, breastfeeding, or has recently given birth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFollows a vegetarian or vegan diet and wants to monitor iron absorption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eHas heavy periods or a history of iron deficiency anaemia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eHas a family history of haemochromatosis (iron overload disorder)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eIs currently taking iron supplements and wants to track progress accurately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eIs a regular blood donor or endurance athlete\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe ferritin fact most GPs don't mention\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFerritin can be low — sometimes extremely low — while haemoglobin remains within the normal range. This means a standard full blood count will come back \"normal\" while you're running on empty. Optimal ferritin levels for energy and hair health are significantly higher than the minimum threshold used to diagnose anaemia. If you've been dismissed before, this test will give you the answers you've been looking for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Boost \u0026amp; Glow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAt Boost \u0026amp; Glow, we go beyond the basics — because \"normal\" isn't the same as optimal. Our Iron Studies test gives you clinically validated, detailed results so you can finally understand your iron status and take the right action to restore your energy, your hair, and your vitality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e📍 Book your Iron Studies test at our clinic today and get the complete picture your body deserves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boost \u0026 Glow","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57845763113344,"sku":null,"price":129.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/boostandglow.co.uk\/products\/iron-studies-test","provider":"Boost \u0026 Glow","version":"1.0","type":"link"}