Prima Test Iron-FER Test detects the concentration of ferritin in blood, in order to define a possible iron deficiency in body. Several clinical studies have shown that the determination of ferritin levels in blood can be used as an aid in the diagnosis of an iron deficiency anaemia. A decrease can be also caused by pregnancy, tuberculosis, haemorrhages and alterations in iron uptake. Ferritin is a protein that allows the storage of iron inside cells and releases it in case of need, making it quickly usable by the body. This protein is present in all cells, particularly in those of the liver, spleen and bone marrow. Iron is an essential metal for our bodies and is crucial for transporting oxygen in blood. Verifying the levels of ferritin in blood means evaluating the iron stores in the body. In a state of iron deficiency, reserves are reduced before the anaemia manifestly manifests itself: the level of ferritin is therefore useful for determining a depletion of iron stores.The Iron-FER Test can be easily used at home from puberty, around 15 years, because before normal levels are higher than the decision value of the cut-off level of this test. The Iron-FER Test is recommended for all those who have a healthy and balanced life and, above all, for pregnant women: during pregnancy the need for iron is double and a deficiency in this stage of development can lead to complications at the brain of the foetus. TECH SPECS IRON FER TEST is an immunochromatographic device that detects ferritin values in blood below the cut-off of 30 ng/mL. Specificity 100% Sensitivity 85.2% Accuracy 96.6% CONTENT 1 test cassette 1 vial with dropper containing the diluent 2 sterile lancets 1 pipette for blood sampling 1 cleanser gauze instructions for use USE PROCEDURE Draw a blood sample by using the sterile lancet provided; Collect the sample indicated with the black line by using the capillary pipette provided; Deposit the collected specimen into the sample well (S) indicated on the test cassette; Add 2 drops of the diluent and wait 5 minutes before reading the result. RESULTS INTERPRETATION Negative ferritin levels in the blood are above 30 ng/mL. Cases where the ferritin concentration is just below this value (27 ng/mL-29 ng/mL) can give a similar result. Positive ferritin value in blood is lower than the cut-off, it is necessary to consult your doctor. BENEFIT: Detects a lower ferritin level, or higher, than 20 ng / mL Quick, safe, private at home test abd results in 10 minutes.
