My sister is diagnosed with hemochromatosis not so long time ago. When we heard it, we were so surprised, because she never had any symptoms. I am worried for her, but also I am worried for myself. I have heard this can runs into families. That is why I wonder should I make some testing for this disorder too?
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Screening for hemochromatosis means testing people who have no symptoms of this disorder. However, it is not a routine part of medical care or checkups, but there are some suggestions about it. Firstly, brothers and sisters of people who have hemochromatosis should have their blood tested. That is why I understand you want to perform this kind of medical testing. It is reasonable and recommended to do in situation you are. You need to see if you have the disease too, or are you carriers. Parents, children, and other close relatives of people who have the disease should consider testing too. Doctors should consider testing people who have joint disease, severe and continuing fatigue, and heart disease. Genetic defect is common and early detection and treatment is effective. That is why some researchers and education and advocacy groups have suggested that screening for hemochromatosis should be conducted. However, a simple, inexpensive, and accurate test for routine screening does not yet exist. Anyway, I would strongly recommend you to do this testing as soon as you could just to be sure.
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