| Test | Conventional | SI | Threshold |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferritin | 12-300 ng/mL | 12-300 µg/L | - |
| Serum Iron | 60-170 µg/dL | 11-30 µmol/L | - |
| Total Iron-Binding Capacity (TIBC) | 240-450 µg/dL | 43-81 µmol/L | - |
| Transferrin | 200-360 mg/dL | 2-3.6 g/L | - |
| Transferrin Saturation | 20-50 % | 0.2-0.5 fraction | - |
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Iron Studies
Serum iron, ferritin, TIBC, transferrin, and saturation for anemia workups. 5 tests.
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What tests are in a Iron Studies?
The Iron Studies on this page lists 5 tests: Ferritin, Serum Iron, Total Iron-Binding Capacity (TIBC), Transferrin, Transferrin Saturation. Each is shown with its conventional and SI teaching reference range.
What does the Iron Studies check for?
Serum iron, ferritin, TIBC, transferrin, and saturation for anemia workups. These are educational teaching values - ranges vary by laboratory and method, and are not for clinical decisions.