OneDayTests Transferrin Blood Test
Type
Blood Testing
Biomarkers
1
Duration
30 min
Results
48 hours
Comprehensive blood test to evaluate iron status and diagnose related conditions.
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.
Key Details
- 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).
What's Included
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.
Biomarkers Tested
1Transferrin is a protein that binds and transports iron in the blood. Abnormal levels can indicate iron metabolism disorders.
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- Category
- Diagnostic
- Sample Type
- Blood draw
- Duration
- 30 min
- Results
- 48 hours
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