- Test Name
- Transferrin Saturation
- Aliases
- TRANS SAT; TRFE%
- Provincial Mnemonic
- IROSA
- LOINC Test Code
- 14801-5
- Description and Primary Use
- Transferrin saturation is the value of serum iron divided by the total iron-binding capacity. This value indicates how much iron is bound to transferrin. Used in screening for chronic iron overload diseases, particularly hereditary hemochromatosis.
- Reorder interval
- 28 Days
- TAT
- ≤3 Days
- Test Cost
- Not Available
- Tier
- 1 - General Availability
- Ordering Requirements (Restrictions / Conditions)
Transferrin saturation done with iron and iron binding capacity.
- Required Consultations
- None
- Algorithms and Guidelines
None
- Special Patient Preparation
None
- Special Collection / Transport / Processing Requirements
No special requirement
- Criteria for Rejection
Based on specimen condition and stability
- Laboratory Service Area
- Clinical Chemistry
- Performing Laboratory / Site
- Category 3 and 4 Laboratories
- Last Updated
- 18-Sep-19