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IRON STUDIES (IRON, TIBC, UIBC, TRANSFERRIN, % SATURATION)

Special Instruction : 10 to 12 hours fasting required
Parameters covered : 5
Sample(s) required : Serum, Serum (3 ml)
₹600 ₹900
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Iron Studies (Iron, TIBC, UIBC, Transferrin, % Saturation)

Iron Studies (Iron, TIBC, UIBC, Transferrin, % Saturation)

Iron studies are a group of blood tests ordered together to measure different elements related to iron storage, transport, and metabolism in the body. Iron is crucial for forming hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that transports oxygen. Testing these components helps diagnose and monitor conditions like iron deficiency anemia (too little iron) or hemochromatosis (too much iron).

Key Components of an Iron Studies Panel

An iron studies panel typically includes four main measurements:

1. Serum Iron (Fe)

  • What it measures: The amount of iron currently circulating in the blood that is bound to the transport protein transferrin.
  • Clinical Value: This value can fluctuate significantly throughout the day and is generally less reliable on its own than the other components.

2. Total Iron-Binding Capacity (TIBC)

  • What it measures: The total capacity of your blood to bind and transport iron. This is an indirect measure of the amount of available transferrin, the primary iron-binding protein.
  • Clinical Value:
  • High TIBC usually indicates that the body is attempting to absorb more iron, a common finding in iron deficiency anemia.
  • Low TIBC is often seen in chronic inflammatory conditions or iron overload (hemochromatosis).

3. Transferrin Saturation (TSAT)

  • What it measures: The percentage of transferrin proteins that are currently saturated (filled) with iron.

4.Unsaturated Iron-Binding Capacity (UIBC)

  • What it measures: The portion of the transferrin protein that is not currently bound to iron—it represents the reserve capacity available to carry more iron.
  • Clinical Value:
  • High UIBC (a large amount of empty space on transferrin) strongly suggests iron deficiency.
  • Low UIBC suggests iron overload, as most transferrin is already filled.



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Common signs of iron deficiency include: Extreme fatigue and weakness. Pale skin (pallor). Shortness of breath or chest pain. Brittle nails or spoon-shaped nails (koilonychia). Pica (cravings for non-food items like ice or dirt). Swollen or sore tongue.

The Cost in Delhi NCR is ₹900

Iron Studies (Iron,TIBC,UIBC,Transferrin,% Saturation) reports are available over email or WhatsApp within 4-8 hours after the blood sample collection.

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