Yes, low!!!

So glad the low iron was discovered. Apparently it would have been with the usual tests, even without the ferritin test, but in many people only the ferritin will show the problem.

I assume that besides building up her iron stores they will make sure she isn't bleeding somewhere (besides menstruation if that is an issue).

People who malabsorb B12 usually have insufficient stomach (gastric) acid. That often results in a lesser malabsorption of iron and calcium.

Best wishes to both of you,]

rose