| Parameter | Monitoring parameters | Recommendations |
|---|---|---|
| Serum ferritin | Target serum ferritin: 500 - 1000 mg/ml | Serum ferritin levels should be assessed regularly (e.g, every 3 months.) |
| Liver iron concentration (LIC) | LIC > 5 mg/g dry weight | Liver iron concentration should be assessed every 6 to 12 months in people depending on the severity of iron overload. |
| Heart MRI T2* | > 20 ms | Heart iron should be assessed every 6-12 months depending on iron overload severity. |
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