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Hemochromatosis is excessive iron concentrations in the body. If left untreated can cause the body to accumulation of iron on vital organs. Most often treated by theraputic phlembotomy.
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Can man create iron?
Iron is a naturally occurring element, it is present in the human body, but the human body does not create it. It cannot be synthesised by any living being. Iron levels in the human body can be increased by eating iron rich foods and using supplements.
What are the nursing diagnosis for hemochromatosis?
Hemochromatosis is too much iron in the body. It is also called iron overload.
What are signs of being anaemic?
Anemia is caused by a lack of iron in the body. Signs of being anemic include paleness, lethargy and loss of concentration.
Why is mercury called the iron planet?
Mercury is called the "iron planet" because it has a high concentration of iron in its core. Scientists believe that the planet formed from the heavy elements, including iron, that were present in the early solar system. The iron content gives Mercury a high density and makes it similar to Earth's core in composition.
What is the name of the disease when one lacks iron in the body?
If you get enough iron in your diet but your body will not absorb it, is from the intestinal disease that is called Crohn's disease or celiac disease.
Iron retention in blood?
Excessive iron retention in the blood is a condition called hemochromatosis. The normal gain and loss of iron in a body is 1 milligram.
What is the disease is called when your body does not get enough rich iron?
Anemia may be the culprit.
A low serum concentration of hemoglobin is most often associated with a deficiency of?
Iron.
Does fructose have a high concentration of iron?
No. Fructose is a simple sugar or monosacharide, and has no iron in it whatsoever.
Characteristics shared by iron and zinc?
They are both a type of metal. and both can be administered into the body. Some people use Iron and Zinc in vitamins. Also smart peoplle have more iron and zinc in their hair.
Which layer of earth has the highest concentration of iron?
the core
There is a high concentration of this and other metals in the mesosphere?
Iron
