Transferrin, Serum

2 Parameters

Also called: Serum Transferrin, Siderophilin, Iron Transport Protein Test

Commonly prescribed for: Iron deficiency anemia, hemochromatosis, chronic liver disease, protein malnutrition, microcytic hypochromic anemia

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Age Group

All Ages

Sample Required

Serum

Test For

Men, Women

Contains

2 Tests

Tests available at

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Preparations

Fasting for 8-12 hours preferred

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16 Jan, 2025

12 Minutes

Clinical Significance: The Transferrin, Serum test measures the main plasma protein responsible for transporting iron throughout the body, providing essential diagnostic insight into iron metabolism and deficiency.

Why It's Done:

Accurately quantify iron-transport capacity in blood plasma

Differentiate between iron deficiency anemia and anemia of chronic disease

Monitor therapeutic response to oral or intravenous iron supplementation

Evaluate protein synthesis capacity of hepatic tissues

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