What is the indication for phlebotomy in compound heterozygous hemochromatosis?
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Hematology · Rochester General Hospital
The indication for phlebotomy is proven or strongly suspected iron overload. The likelihood of expression in these individuals is low. An elevated ferritin is often due to reasons other than iron overload such as fatty liver or alcohol intake. I usually do a liver ultrasound in this circumstance. If...