Study on dietary iron needs in adults
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study examines how much iron your body needs by tracking a special iron tracer over one year. It may help researchers set better dietary iron guidelines for healthy adults.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 50 years old
- You have taken part in a past iron tracer study or are willing to do a one-year tracer test
- You can avoid taking iron supplements and tobacco for the study period
- You have not donated blood in the last 3 months and agree not to donate while in the study
- You are willing to have blood samples stored for future use
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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