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Common causes of a low Transferrin Saturation
- Iron-deficiency anemia
- Chronic disease
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What causes a low Transferrin Saturation?
Normal range 20-50 % (0.2-0.5 fraction SI). Specimen: Serum (calculated). See the full Transferrin Saturation reference page for critical values and nursing considerations.
What is the normal range for Transferrin Saturation?
The standard teaching reference range for Transferrin Saturation is 20-50 % in conventional units, or 0.2-0.5 fraction in SI units. This value is measured in serum (calculated).
| Specimen | Serum (calculated) |
|---|---|
| Conventional range | 20-50 % |
| SI range | 0.2-0.5 fraction |
| Panel | Iron Studies |
Full details, including nursing considerations, on the Transferrin Saturation normal range page. Reference ranges vary by laboratory, method, age, sex, and population - always use the range printed on the actual result.
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