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Which laboratory tests can establish iron deficiency before treatment with Venofer (iron sucrose)?

Name: Which laboratory tests can establish iron deficiency before treatment with Venofer (iron sucrose)?
Published: 2026-11-08T01:54:27.379Z

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Before treatment with Venofer (iron sucrose), iron deficiency must be diagnosed using appropriate laboratory tests, such as haemoglobin (Hb), serum ferritin, transferrin saturation (TSAT) and serum iron.

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Venofer (iron sucrose)Vifor Pharma UK Limited · emc · SmPC §4.1 Therapeutic Indications · Version 15Document updated 28 July 2026

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