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The iron and total iron binding capacity test helps measure the amount of iron in the body. Your doctor may prescribe this test if you have been showing symptoms that indicate that the iron levels in your bloodstream are too high or too low.
Overview of the Iron and Total Iron Binding Capacity Test
The Iron and total iron binding capacity is a blood test that is performed to measure the iron levels in the body. The total iron binding capacity test also assesses how well the iron is attaching itself to transferrin, which is the protein that helps move the iron through the body, and to other proteins that are present in the blood. Iron is required by the human body for ensuring healthy organ function, bone marrow, and muscles, but too high or too low levels of the same can lead to severe health issues as well.
Parameters
Iron
Total Iron Binding Capacity
Transferrin Saturation
UIBC