This test measures the level of transferrin in your blood. Transferrin is a protein that helps transport iron throughout your body. This test is used to assess iron metabolism, diagnose iron deficiency anemia, and evaluate conditions related to iron overload or malabsorption.

Key Purpose:

• Assess body’s iron transport capacity
• Diagnose iron-related disorders
• Evaluate iron metabolism
• Screen for potential anemia
• Role in the Body Critical Functions:
• Transport iron through bloodstream
• Carry iron to bone marrow, liver, and muscles
• Support red blood cell production
• Regulate iron distribution
  • Normal Ranges Transferrin Levels:
  • Men: 215-365 mg/dL
  • Women: 250-380 mg/dL
  • Normal Saturation: 20-50% of binding sites occupied

Test Limitations Potential Interference Factors: •

• Inflammation
• Pregnancy
• Hormonal changes
• Liver conditions
• Individual metabolic variations
• Fasting requirements
  • Low Results May Indicate Potential Conditions:
  • Chronic inflammation
  • Liver disease
  • Kidney disorders
  • Protein loss conditions
  • Malnutrition
  • High Results May Suggest Potential Conditions:
  • Iron deficiency anemia
  • Pregnancy
  • Hormone replacement therapy
  • Increased iron demand

Always require professional medical interpretation for accurate diagnosis.