Iron Studies Panel
Iron studies help evaluate iron levels in your body and diagnose conditions related to iron deficiency or excess. Iron is essential for producing hemoglobin and transporting oxygen.
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Preparation
Fasting for 8-12 hours is recommended. Best don...
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What This Panel Includes
Serum iron, ferritin, TIBC (total iron-binding capacity), and transferrin saturation.
When Is This Panel Ordered?
Symptoms of anemia, fatigue, suspected iron deficiency or overload, monitoring iron supplementation.
Who Should Get This Panel?
Those with anemia symptoms, women with heavy menstrual periods, athletes, vegetarians, and those with chronic conditions affecting iron absorption.
Red Flags to Watch For
- Ferritin below 10 ng/mL
- Ferritin above 1000 ng/mL
- Transferrin saturation above 50%