HH: hereditary hemochromatosis; TSAT: transferrin saturation; HCC: hepatocellular cancer.
* Reasons to suspect HFE HH:¶ Typically done monthly or with each phlebotomy; refer to UpToDate for details and other testing.
Δ Urgency and frequency of phlebotomy depend on the severity of iron overload, hemoglobin, and tolerability of the procedure. The target ferritin is individualized. Once the target ferritin is reached, maintenance phlebotomies are performed less frequently. Refer to UpToDate for details.
◊ Iron chelation or erythrocytapheresis may be used in selected individuals. Consultation with an expert in iron overload is advised.Do you want to add Medilib to your home screen?