be influenced by relatively small sample size and the early detection of haemochromatosis with the aid of genetic analysis, allowing initiation of venesection before development of advanced disease. Further studies using prospective recruitment of patients for LSM at the point of diagnosis alongside biopsy to stage fibrosis would allow a more complete evaluation of LSM performance.
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