Get a complete blood count (CBC)
Check hemoglobin and hematocrit levels
Check mean corpuscular volume (MCV)
Check ferritin level
Check serum iron level
Check total iron-binding capacity (TIBC)
Check transferrin saturation
Check reticulocyte count
Ask a healthcare professional to interpret the results
Consider additional tests if needed, such as CRP, soluble transferrin receptor, or stool blood testing