- Test Name
- Transferrin
- Aliases
- TR
- Provincial Mnemonic
- TRANS
- LOINC Test Code
- 3034-6
- Description and Primary Use
- First line test for hemochromatosis screening in first degree relatives or patients with unexplained liver disease. Not indicated for disease monitoring. Second line tests for anemia in patients with low hemoglobin and low ferritin.
- Reorder interval
- 28 Days
- TAT
- ≤3 Days
- Test Cost
- Not Available
- Tier
- 1 - General Availability
- Ordering Requirements (Restrictions / Conditions)
No Restrictions
- 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