HealthMore in Health→
A 15-Minute Iron Test Could Change Care in Low-Resource Clinics
Key Takeaways
- Researchers developed a finger-prick iron deficiency test that can return results in about 15 minutes.
- The test is intended for point-of-care use and does not require specialized laboratory equipment.
- It is designed around a ferritin threshold of 30 ng/mL to help health workers identify iron deficiency more clearly.
- The tool could improve access to diagnosis in remote and low-resource settings, especially for women and children.
DE
DT Editorial Team··via medicalxpress.com