Iron Deficiency Profile with Ferritin (5 Tests)
Also Known As
* Iron Studies with Ferritin<br/> * Iron Status Panel with Ferritin<br/> * Comprehensive Iron Panel<br/> * Iron Indices with Ferritin<br/> * Ferritin ... Read more
Test Parameters Included
Iron Level (Serum Iron)Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC)Transferrin by ImmunoturbidimetryTransferrin % SaturationFerritinTEST PARAMETERS EXPLAINED:Ir... Read more
Department
CLINICAL BIOCHEMISTRY
Methodology
* Iron Level: Spectrophotometry * Principle: Serum iron is released from its binding proteins (transferrin) under acidic conditions. This iron (usuall... Read more
Sample Required
SERUM (1 ML)<br/> * Collection: Blood is drawn by venipuncture, typically from an arm vein. * Tube Type: Collected in a plain red-top tube or a serum ... Read more
Preparation
Fasting: Patients are typically advised to fast for 8-12 hours prior to the blood collection, as food intake (especially iron-rich foods) can affect s... Read more
Schedule Report
12 Hours
Emergency Report
Yes
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do I need to fast before this test?Fasting for 8-12 hours is usually required because food intake, especially iron-rich foods, can temporarily aff... Read more
Test Description
Test Code
PI1
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