Type
Blood Testing
Biomarkers
1
Duration
30 min
Results
48 hours
What's included
4 deliverables in this treatment
- Serum iron
- Ferritin (iron storage)
- Transferrin / Total iron-binding capacity (TIBC)
- Transferrin saturation percentage
Comprehensive blood test to evaluate iron status and diagnose related conditions.
About this treatment
This essential test measures transferrin, a protein transporting iron in blood. High levels may indicate iron deficiency anemia, while low levels can signal chronic illness, liver disease, or malnutrition. The test helps diagnose and monitor these conditions. It's simple, quick, and provides reliable results for you and your healthcare provider. Early detection improves quality of life.
Good to know
- Biomarkers
- 4 iron markers
- Fasting Required
- Yes, for accurate serum iron
- Sample Type
- Blood draw
- Turnaround
- 24–48 hours
- Common Use
- Anemia diagnosis, iron overload screening
Who is this for?
Anyone experiencing unexplained fatigue, weakness, dizziness, or shortness of breath. Women with heavy menstrual periods, who are at higher risk of iron deficiency. Athletes and endurance sports participants, who lose iron through sweat and foot-strike hemolysis. Vegetarians and vegans who may not get enough dietary iron. People with a family history of hemochromatosis (hereditary iron overload).
Preparation Required
Fasting for 10–12 hours before your appointment is recommended for accurate results (water is fine). Avoid alcohol for 24 hours and intense exercise for 12 hours before the blood draw. Morning appointments are ideal for consistent hormone and glucose readings. The blood draw typically takes 5–10 minutes.
Panel Categories
Biomarkers Tested
1Transferrin is a protein that binds and transports iron in the blood. Abnormal levels can indicate iron metabolism disorders.
Treatment highlights
- Serum iron
- Ferritin (iron storage)
+2 more items in What's included
Subscription plans offer discounts (up to 20% off)
- Category
- Diagnostic
- Sample Type
- Blood draw
- Duration
- 30 min
- Results
- 48 hours