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A genetic risk factor for low serum ferritin levels in Danish blood donors.
Transfusion - 1 Dec 2012
Sørensen Erik, Grau Katrine, Berg Trine, Simonsen Anne Catrine, Magnussen Karin, Erikstrup Christian, Hansen Morten Bagge, Ullum Henrik
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BACKGROUND: Iron deficiency is a frequent side effect of blood donation. In recent years, several studies have described genetic variants associated with iron concentrations. However, the impact of these variants on iron levels is unknown in blood donors. Knowledge of genetic variants that predispose donors to iron deficiency would allow bleeding frequency and iron supplementation to be tailored to the individual...
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