Respiratory physician Lutz Beckert considers chronic obstructive pulmonary disease management, including the prevention of COPD, the importance of smoking cessation and pulmonary rehabilitation, and the lifesaving potential of addressing treatable traits. He also discusses the logic of inhaler therapy, moving from single therapy to dual and triple therapy when indicated, as well as other aspects of management
Distinguishing between iron deficiency anaemia and anaemia of chronic disease
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Distinguishing between iron deficiency anaemia and anaemia of chronic disease
Wednesday 18 August 2021, 12:15 AM

Other tests, such as chest x-rays to detect infection, add certainty to the diagnosis [Image: Franquet T and Chung JH. CC BY 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons]
Measurement of iron markers and haemoglobin are some of the most commonly requested tests. This article aims to help you interpret the results
Geoff Smith
Key points, Elevated transferrin saturation is a more sensitive and specific marker of iron overload than ferritin; primary liver disease and inflammatory disease, Pract Green w Pale Yellow
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