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Haemochromatosis Ferritin Target — RACP Adult Medicine MCQ

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EasyGeneral Internal MedicineHaemochromatosis Ferritin TargetRACP Adult Medicine

A 50-year-old man with known haemochromatosis. Target ferritin for maintenance phlebotomy?

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Correct answer: D — <50 µg/L (with maintenance every 2–4 months lifelong)

Target ferritin <50 µg/L (some use <100). Maintenance phlebotomy every 2–4 months lifelong. Hb must stay >120 g/L. Avoid iron/vitamin C supplements.

Reference: eTG – 2025; EASL – 2010