Transferrin
Test Code: MTC00961
Anemia Analysis
The transferrin test measures the level of the iron-transporting protein in the blood, helping to evaluate the body’s iron status.
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Sample Type:
Blood,
Preparation:
Without Fasting
TAT:
Results Within 4 Hours
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Test Details
The transferrin test determines the amount of transferrin in the blood, which is the protein responsible for transporting iron to various organs. This test helps diagnose iron deficiency or overload and complements other iron-related tests such as serum iron and transferrin saturation. High transferrin levels usually indicate iron deficiency, while low levels may indicate iron overload or chronic inflammation.
The main purpose of the transferrin test is to assess the amount of transferrin available to transport iron in the body.
High transferrin levels usually indicate iron deficiency in the body.
Low transferrin levels may indicate iron overload or chronic inflammatory conditions.
High transferrin increases the blood’s capacity to carry iron, reflecting low iron stores in the body.
Common causes of high transferrin levels include dietary iron deficiency or chronic blood loss.
Common causes of low transferrin levels include liver diseases, chronic inflammation, or iron overload.
The transferrin test is important because it helps diagnose iron deficiency or excess and complements other iron-related evaluations.
Yes, general health conditions and certain medications can affect transferrin test results.
The transferrin test is used with serum iron and transferrin saturation tests to determine transferrin saturation percentage and understand the type of anemia.
There is a close relationship between transferrin levels and anemia, as it helps determine whether anemia is caused by iron defficiency or other factors
