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    • Hereditary Hemochromatosis, DNA Analysis Labcorp

    $500.00

    LabCorp Test #: 511345, CPT: 81256

    Disclaimer: Due to state regulations, Defy Medical does not offer on-demand lab testing in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, or Massachusetts.

    This test looks for specific gene changes that can cause hemochromatosis, a condition where your body absorbs too much iron from the food you eat. The excess iron can build up in organs like the liver, heart, and pancreas, potentially causing damage over time. This genetic test helps determine if you have inherited the gene mutations associated with this condition.
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    Why To Buy

    This DNA analysis checks for the gene mutation causing hereditary hemochromatosis, a condition where your body absorbs too much iron, which can lead to organ damage and the symptoms you're experiencing.

    Finding the cause(s) of:

    • Abdominal pain: This test can help identify hemochromatosis, which causes iron buildup in the liver, potentially leading to abdominal pain.
    • Diabetes: Iron overload from hemochromatosis can damage the pancreas, contributing to diabetes.
    • Fatigue: Excess iron buildup can cause fatigue and weakness.
    • Heart problems: Iron accumulation in the heart can lead to various heart problems.
    • Joint pain: Hemochromatosis can cause iron to deposit in the joints, resulting in pain.
    • Skin darkening: Excess iron can cause the skin to take on a bronze or grayish hue.
    Symptoms Abdominal pain, Diabetes, Fatigue, Heart problems, Joint pain, Skin darkening