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Hemochromatosis

Hereditary hemochromatosis (HHC) is a condition that results in high iron levels due to the body absorbing too much iron from a person’s diet. Hemochromatosis can be medically managed.  However, if left untreated it can lead to damage of healthy organs and tissue.

Symptoms

• Abdominal pain
• Fatigue
• Weakness
• Weight loss
• Skin problems
• Fever
• Cirrhosis

Risk Factors

• Family history of hemochromatosis
• Male gender
• Northern European ethnicity
• Genetic test results

Genetic Test

The following genetic tests may be appropriate based on your personal and/or family history:

• HFE-HHC
  
  • HFE
• Juvenile/ Type 2 HHC
  
  • HJV and HAMP
• Type 3 HHC
  
  • TFR2
• Type 4 HHC
  
  • SLC40A1
• Genetic Variants for Hemochromatosis

Schedule an Appointment

To speak with a board-certified genetic counselor about your risks for this disease:

• Schedule genetic counseling appointment online
• Or call 1-800-975-4819
• Send email

Learn More

National Institutes of Health Genetics Home Reference(NIH/GHR)

Centers for Disease Control (CDC)