Transferrin

Test information: Transferrin is used to calculate total iron binding capacity, reflecting the body’s iron stores.

Specimen Type(s)

• Blood;

Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)

N/A

Specimen Container - Adult

• Gold Top SST BD;

Specimen Container - Paediatric

• Light Green Top Microtainer BD;

Analytes

• N/A;

Part of a test profile?

No

Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory

4ml

Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport

Fast for 12 hours prior to sample

Maximum add on time

5 days

Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation

RR for Male and Female less than 9 wks - 1.04 - 2.24 g/L 9wks to less than 1yr - 1.07 - 3.24 g/L 1yr to less than 19yrs - 2.20 - 3.37 g/L RR Female - 19-60yrs - 1.80 - 3.82 g/L RR Male - 19-60yrs - 1.74 - 3.64 g/L RR Female - 61yrs and above - 1.73 - 3.60 g/L RR Male - 61yrs and above - 1.63 - 3.44 g/L

UKAS number

8869

UKAS accredited test?

Yes

Comments

N/A

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