Gene Explorer / HFE
HFE
Disease riskMetabolismModerate evidenceNotable
Top 10% likelihood for iron overload (hemochromatosis).
An HFE variant can cause the body to absorb and store too much iron over time. It is easily tracked with a simple blood test and very manageable when caught early.
Also known as: hemochromatosis
Associated with
- iron overload
- hemochromatosis
- liver
- fatigue
Educational only. Significant findings should be reviewed with a clinician.
Educational reference only — not a diagnosis. Discuss significant findings with a clinician.