Test Overview
Method
Spectrophotometry - endpoint
Result Included
Iron - Total; TIBC; TIBC Saturation
Specimen
Specimen Type
Serum or Plasma (Heparin)Volume
Sample Volume
1 mL
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Separate within 2 hours of collection.
Stability
| Ambient | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| 8 hours | 1 week | 1 month |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
2 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
Iron - Totalµmol/LFemale:
0 to < 14 yrs 3.1 - 23.1
14 to < 19 yrs 3.8 - 29.2
19+ 9 - 38
Male:
0 to < 14 yrs 3.1 - 23.1
14 to < 19 yrs 5.8 - 30.2
19+ 9 - 38 -
TIBCµmol/L42 - 72
-
Saturation0.20 - 0.50
Referral Location
Canada
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| FE | Iron | 38918 | umol/L |
| TIBC | 38920 | umol/L | |
| Iron Saturation | 38922 | % |
Test Version
Last Updated
2024-09-03