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HelpTest Code LAB2340 Iron, Transferrin, and Total Iron Binding Capacity
Performing Lab
Arnot Ogden Medical Center
Ordering Recommendations
Screening for chronic iron overload diseases, particularly hereditary hemochromatosis
Screening for iron deficiency as the cause of anemia
Monitoring treatment for iron deficiency anemia
Collect
Serum
Collection Device
Gold Top Tube
Specimen Volume
5 mL
Stability (from collection to initiation)
| Room Temp | 1 Day |
| Refrigerated | 2 Days |
| Frozen | 40 Days |
Storage/Transport Temperature
Room Temp, Refrigerated, Frozen
Minimum Requirements
1 mL
Remarks
Includes Total Iron, Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC), % Iron Saturation, and Transferrin.
Start Date
6/23/20
Last Review Date
7/15/25 ES