Anämie-Check
Type
Blood Testing
Biomarkers
15
Duration
30 min
Results
48 hours
Comprehensive anemia diagnostic panel investigating causes of fatigue, weakness, pallor, dizziness, and shortness of breath. Venous blood sample. Results within 3-5 days. Determines whether symptoms are caused by iron deficiency, vitamin deficiencies, chronic disease, or other blood disorders. Biomarkers tested: Complete Blood Count - Hemoglobin (oxygen-carrying protein, low levels define anemia), RBC (red blood cell count), MCV (mean corpuscular volume classifying anemia type: microcytic/normocytic/macrocytic), MCH, MCHC, hematocrit, reticulocytes (young RBCs indicating bone marrow response); Iron Metabolism - Serum Iron, Ferritin (iron stores, low indicates iron deficiency anemia most common type), Transferrin (iron transport protein), Transferrin Saturation (percentage of transferrin carrying iron); Vitamins - Vitamin B12 deficiency causes macrocytic anemia, neurological symptoms; Folate (Vitamin B9) deficiency causes macrocytic anemia, especially in pregnancy, malabsorption; Inflammation - CRP (C-reactive protein) detecting anemia of chronic disease/inflammation; Kidney Function - Creatinine, eGFR (chronic kidney disease causes anemia via reduced erythropoietin production). Price includes blood draw and 19% VAT. Results guide treatment: iron supplementation, vitamin replacement, treating underlying conditions. Symptoms of anemia include chronic fatigue, weakness, pale skin, cold hands/feet, brittle nails, hair loss, rapid heartbeat, difficulty concentrating. Common causes: iron deficiency (heavy menstruation, pregnancy, vegetarian diet), vitamin deficiency (vegan, malabsorption), chronic disease (kidney disease, cancer, autoimmune conditions).
An anemia panel is a targeted set of blood tests designed to diagnose the type and cause of anemia — a condition where you don't have enough healthy red blood cells to carry adequate oxygen to your tissues. The panel typically combines a complete blood count with iron studies, vitamin B12, and folate levels to differentiate between the most common types: iron deficiency anemia (the most prevalent), vitamin deficiency anemia, and anemia of chronic disease. Red cell indices (MCV, MCH) help classify anemia as microcytic (small cells, often iron deficiency), normocytic (normal size, often chronic disease), or macrocytic (large cells, often B12/folate deficiency). Anemia affects roughly a third of the global population and is especially common in women of reproductive age.
Key Details
Who Is This For?
Anyone experiencing fatigue, weakness, pale skin, shortness of breath, or dizziness. Women with heavy menstrual periods. Vegetarians and vegans at risk of B12 and iron deficiency. People with chronic conditions like kidney disease, rheumatoid arthritis, or inflammatory bowel disease. Anyone with a previous diagnosis of anemia monitoring their treatment response.
What's Included
Preparation Required
Fasting for 10–12 hours before your appointment is recommended for accurate results (water is fine). Avoid alcohol for 24 hours and intense exercise for 12 hours before the blood draw. Morning appointments are ideal for consistent hormone and glucose readings. The blood draw typically takes 5–10 minutes.
Biomarkers Tested
15The iron-rich protein in red blood cells responsible for carrying oxygen throughout your body and returning carbon dioxide to the lungs. Low haemoglobin is the primary marker for anemia and can cause fatigue, weakness, and shortness of breath.
Measures the number of red blood cells in your blood. Red blood cells carry oxygen from your lungs to every cell in your body. Abnormal levels can indicate anemia, dehydration, or bone marrow disorders.
Measures the total number of white blood cells, your body's primary defense against infection. Elevated levels may indicate infection, inflammation, or immune disorders, while low levels can signal bone marrow problems or autoimmune conditions.
Measures the number of platelets, small cell fragments essential for blood clotting. Low platelets increase bleeding risk, while high platelets may increase clot risk. Important for monitoring clotting disorders and medication effects.
The percentage of your blood volume occupied by red blood cells. It reflects the balance between red blood cell production and loss, helping diagnose anemia, dehydration, and polycythemia.
The average size of your red blood cells. Small cells (microcytic) suggest iron deficiency, while large cells (macrocytic) may indicate vitamin B12 or folate deficiency. Normal-sized cells with low count suggest chronic disease.
The average amount of hemoglobin in each red blood cell. Low MCH indicates that red blood cells carry less oxygen than normal, commonly seen in iron-deficiency anemia.
The most abundant type of white blood cell, forming the first line of defense against bacterial and fungal infections. Elevated neutrophils typically indicate active infection or inflammation.
Measures the number of lymphocytes, including B cells and T cells that drive adaptive immunity. Elevated levels may indicate viral infections, while low levels can signal immune deficiency or HIV.
Measures monocytes, the largest white blood cells. They mature into macrophages in tissues, where they engulf pathogens and dead cells. Elevated monocytes can indicate chronic infection or inflammatory conditions.
Measures eosinophils, white blood cells involved in fighting parasitic infections and mediating allergic responses. Elevated levels are associated with allergies, asthma, parasitic infections, and certain autoimmune conditions.
The rarest type of white blood cell, involved in allergic reactions and inflammatory responses. Basophils release histamine and heparin, contributing to immediate hypersensitivity reactions.
A mineral essential for oxygen transport (in hemoglobin), energy production, and immune function. Serum iron measures the amount circulating in blood, but ferritin and TIBC provide a more complete picture of iron status.
The primary iron storage protein. Ferritin reflects total body iron stores and is the first marker to drop in iron deficiency. However, ferritin also rises with inflammation, infection, and liver disease, which can mask true iron deficiency.
The percentage of transferrin (iron-transporting protein) that is carrying iron. Calculated from serum iron and TIBC. Low saturation indicates iron deficiency; high saturation may indicate hemochromatosis (iron overload).
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- Category
- Diagnostic
- Sample Type
- Blood draw
- Duration
- 30 min
- Results
- 48 hours
Labor Berlin / Mein Labor Berlin
Direct-to-consumer medical laboratory in Berlin offering 21 transparent-priced blood test packages for preventive health, from basic health check-ups to specialized nutrient, fitness, and hormone testing with online booking and results within 1-10 days.
