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Why Am I Being Referred To Gastroenterologists For Anemia?
hi i have had 2 lots of blood tests a couple of weeks apart the first one was low and the second one was iron levels 8 and hemaglobin levels 11.2 the doctor says i have iron defiency anaemia in the past i have had iron tablets but this time i have been referred to a consultant gastroenterologists why is this
The most likely role for the gastroenterologist given the history you provided would be to check if you have an internal bleed anywhere in your gastrointestinal system. Also, depending on your age, this might be a referral for preventative (colorectal screening) testing.
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Why Am I Being Referred To Gastroenterologists For Anemia?
hello and thank you for submitting your question. The most likely role for the gastroenterologist given the history you provided would be to check if you have an internal bleed anywhere in your gastrointestinal system. Also, depending on your age, this might be a referral for preventative (colorectal screening) testing.