This post came across another list I am on...I thought it may be of interest, even though it is a bit off topic. ===================== Subject: The Disease Hemachromotosis Hi, July is Hemachromotosis month. It is an excess of iron in the blood and is very common in people from the British Isles. It does not show up in a normal blood test. If you would like more information please go to: www.aohdiv7.org/genetic_killer.htm My son had eleven blood tests prior to surgery and it did not show up. However, when he mentioned hemachromotosis to the doctor and was tested for it it did show up. He had his first treatment two weeks ago. Hope this helps someone. ______________________________