Hemochromatosis Flashcards
1
Q
best diagnostic test for hemochromatosis?
A
HFE gene test
2
Q
best screening tool for hemochromatosis?
A
serum transferrin saturation (>45%)
3
Q
to find out extent of iron overload, wtd?
A
do liver biopsy
4
Q
treatment
A
phlebotomy target sat <50% and ferritin 20-30 mcg/dL
