A healthy blood profile is crucial to overall health.
Our clinic’s unique full blood screening includes a test that highlights the different indicators of anaemia.
Anaemia is a condition affecting red blood cells in which normal haemoglobin levels (which transport oxygen around the body) are disrupted.
The condition can be caused by two distinct issues: either there are fewer blood cells than normal, or the individual red blood cells are less than normal levels of haemoglobin.
Common symptoms of anaemia include:
- tiredness
- lethargy
- dizziness
- breathlessness
- feeling faint
- pale skin or pallor
Less common symptoms:
- headaches
- palpitations
- altered sense of taste
- tinnitus (hearing ringing in your ears)
Book a consultation with your GP if you have symptoms. A simple blood test will confirm if you are anaemic.
When should I get tested?
Your doctor may advise you to get a blood test if you are experiencing symptoms of anaemia, or you may wish to come for a test based on your own concerns.
What does the test include
For this test, you will need to give a sample of blood.
