An unknown sample reveals a low serum iron, high TIBC, low ferritin, low hemoglobin and a microcytic hypochromic picture in the peripheral blood.Which stage of IDA is this?

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The low serum iron and high TIBC (total iron binding capacity) indicate that iron stores are depleted and the body is attempting to compensate by increasing its capacity to bind iron. The low ferritin confirms that iron stores are depleted. The low hemoglobin and microcytic hypochromic picture in the peripheral blood indicate that there is a deficiency of iron available for hemoglobin synthesis, leading to small, pale red blood cells. These findings all suggest that the individual is in Stage 3 of IDA, where there is significant depletion of iron stores and a marked decrease in hemoglobin levels.

An Unknown Sample Reveals a Low Serum Iron, High TIBC