Re: Iron Levels / Iron % Saturation Target

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Yes, the recommendation for iron % saturation is 35-45, for optimal thyroid

utilization.

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> > Hi,

> > I have been taking 150 mg of iron a day to raise my iron levels before

starting on cytomel. I got some recent results and am wondering if I can begin

the cytomel or should wait.

> > June 9, 2010

> > Ferritin 50

> > Iron 54

> > Total Iron Binding Capacity 277

> > Iron Saturation 19

> >

> > July 7, 2010

> > Ferritin 55

> > Iron 121

> > Total Iron Binding Capacity 172

> > Iron Saturation 41

> >

> > I just got these results and so have another month of iron under my belt.

I'm surprised the total binding capacity has fallen. What do you think? Ok to

get started on cytomel or wait for another blood test?

> >

> > Thanks,

> > joan

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