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Understanding Your Results | Canadian Hemochromatosis Society
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Raquo; The Disorder. Raquo; Understanding Your Results. Support for You and Your Family. Receiving your results and understanding what to do next can be a daunting prospect. The Canadian Hemochromatosis Society is here to help you understand your results, access treatment and provide ongoing support for you and your family. What you can do once you receive your blood and/or genetic test results:. To discuss your results and determine your next steps. To meet others with hemochromatosis. Was not initially...
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Glossary | Canadian Hemochromatosis Society
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Raquo; The Disorder. Terms Related to Hereditary Hemochromatosis. Humans have 23 pairs of chromosomes. Chromosomes 1-22 have nothing to do with sexual characteristics and are called ‘autosomal’ chromosomes (or autosomes). Refers to the most common mutation of the HFE gene. The C282Y mutation results in a change in the amino acid in the protein produced, and affects how the protein ‘folds,’ thereby limiting its ability to perform its task. A specific portion of DNA that contains instructions for making a ...
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Hemochromatosis in Canada | Hemochromatosis Help
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Skip to primary sidebar. Holistic Help for Hemochromatosis. HFE Hereditary Hemochromatosis: Type 1. Heme Iron vs Non-Heme Iron. Calm & Relax Cream. You are here: Home. By Dr Eric Lewis, ND. I’m honored to hear from so many readers up North, and my goal is to be able to educate and help you as much as I can here on my site dedicated to Hereditary Hemochromatosis (HH). About 100,000 Canadians are clinically affected with hemochromatosis. Let’s get started with how I can help…. Of course, I have talked with...
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Where To Go For a Genetic Test | Canadian Hemochromatosis Society
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Raquo; Genetic Testing. Raquo; Where To Go For a Genetic Test. Where To Go For a Genetic Test. Consult Your Doctor or a Private Testing Lab. Genetic testing for hemochromatosis is available through your doctor or you can arrange one by yourself through a private testing laboratory. For more information on genetic testing for hemochromatosis, visit www.hemochromatosisdna.com. Download the IronTracker App. Here’s my story as I find out my diagnosis and begin treatment. #toomuchiron. All events ». Why Get G...
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New Drug To Treat Hereditary Hemochromatosis Approved for Testing in US | Canadian Hemochromatosis Society
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New Drug To Treat Hereditary Hemochromatosis Approved for Testing in US. Posted August 14th, 2015. La Jolla is developing LJPC-401 for the treatment of iron overload, which occurs as a result of diseases such as hereditary hemochromatosis (HHC). HHC is a disease caused by a genetic deficiency in hepcidin that results in excessive iron accumulation. HHC is the most common genetic disease in Caucasians and causes liver cirrhosis, liver cancer, heart disease and/or failure, dementia and diabetes. It is esti...
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Dietary Precautions | Canadian Hemochromatosis Society
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Raquo; The Disorder. Raquo; Dietary Precautions. Animal and Vegetable Sources of Iron. Vitamin C enhances the absorption of non-heme iron, so it should not be taken with meals. Calcium, on the other hand, inhibits the absorption of heme iron, so combining dairy products with meat can help diminish the iron absorbed. Other inhibitors are the tannins in tea if taken with a meal, bran, and raw whole grains. Foods high in anti-oxidants can also be helpful in reducing oxidative stress from unbound iron. 3rd A...
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Support Resources | Canadian Hemochromatosis Society
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Raquo; Support Resources. Hemochromatosis-Related Materials and Resources. The information on this site has been chosen based on content, source and potential usefulness, and is provided here as a public service with regard to hemochromatosis-related diseases and issues. The Canadian Hemochromatosis Society assumes no responsibility for any material available herein. The inclusion of a link on this site does not constitute an endorsement of any sponsoring organization or individual. Pour en savoir plus.
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Irons for Iron Golf Events | Canadian Hemochromatosis Society
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Raquo; Be Involved. Raquo; Irons for Iron Golf Events. Irons for Iron Golf Events. The Canadian Hemochromatosis Society (CHS) is proudly hosting its fourth annual IRONS for IRON. Golf events in cities across the country this spring. Royal Woodbine Golf Club. 195 Galaxy Boulevard, Toronto, ON M9W 6R7. Thursday, May 19, 2016 – 12:00 pm Deluxe patio BBQ lunch with golf to follow. Registration is now closed. Thank you to all those who supported and played in this event! Quilchena Golf and Country Club. As we...
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Genetic Testing | Canadian Hemochromatosis Society
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Raquo; Genetic Testing. 1 in 9 Canadians Carries the Gene for Hemochromatosis. Genetic testing for hereditary hemochromatosis examines the gene responsible for mutations that cause the gene to become defective. HFE genetic testing confirms the diagnosis of HFE hemochromatosis in individuals with clinical symptoms consistent with hemochromatosis and/or biochemical evidence of iron overload. Graphical representations of possible hemochromatosis inheritance. Genetic Testing for Hereditary Hemochromatosis.
