Possible Iron Deficiency
Iron-related testing may be considered when a clinician is evaluating possible iron deficiency.
An Iron Profile is a group of blood tests used to evaluate iron-related markers such as serum iron, total iron-binding capacity (TIBC) and transferrin saturation or iron saturation index.
An Iron Profile is a blood-test panel that evaluates selected markers related to iron status, including Iron, TIBC and iron saturation-related measurements.
These measurements may be considered when a healthcare professional is assessing possible iron deficiency, iron-related abnormalities or selected causes of anaemia.
Iron Profile results should be interpreted together with symptoms, medical history and, where relevant, other tests such as CBC or ferritin.
Serum iron is included in the Iron Profile.
Total Iron-Binding Capacity is included in the Iron Profile.
Iron saturation-related measurement is included in the profile.
Iron Profile testing is available with same-day reporting.
The Iron Profile focuses on three core iron-related measurements.
Iron-related testing may be considered when a clinician is evaluating possible iron deficiency.
An Iron Profile may be considered alongside CBC and other tests when investigating selected causes of anaemia.
Iron studies may be requested when haemoglobin or red-cell indices require further assessment.
Repeat iron testing may be used when monitoring an existing iron-related condition or treatment.
A clinician may consider iron-related tests when evaluating symptoms such as persistent fatigue or weakness.
Iron Profile is also included in several Mera Diagnostic House health packages.
The Iron Profile requires a 2 ml serum sample and is performed using spectrophotometry, with same-day reporting.
Confirm preparation instructions before collection, particularly if other blood tests are being performed at the same time.