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TRANSFERRIN SATURATION (TRANSATUR) In Jodhpur
Transferrin saturation is a medical term that refers to the percentage of transferrin, a protein responsible for transporting iron in the blood, that is carrying iron.
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Price : ₹800.00
Reliable, JODHPUR
RDC
: Jodhpur
Reliable, Global Hospital Jodhpur
RDC
: Aastha Hospital, Jodhpur
Reliable, Morena
RDC
: Global Hospital, Jodhpur
Reliable, Morena
RDC
: Global Hospital, Jodhpur
Reliable, Aastha Hospital Jodhpur
RDC
: Jain Child Care Clinic, Jodhpur
Reliable, Jain child care clinic
RDC
: Near Mdm Hospital, Jodhpur
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Sample Collection
Free
Doctor Consultation
Free
Test booked
100+
Report Time
24 Hours
Fasting Time
Test Recommended
Male, Female
Recommended age
5-99 Years
Iron Studies, Basic is a group of tests that check the iron level in your body. Iron is an essential mineral responsible for formation of Red Blood Cells (RBC), healthy muscles, bone marrow, and organ function. This test is ordered as a follow up test when abnormal results are found on routine tests such as CBC; when your doctor is suspecting either deficiency of iron or excess of iron. The symptoms of iron deficiency are pale skin, fatigue, headaches, weakness , while the signs of iron overload include weakness, joints and abdominal pain. These tests are useful to monitor the progress of iron deficiency/ iron excess treatment.
To determine transferrin saturation levels, a blood sample is collected and analyzed in a laboratory. The test measures the amount of iron bound to transferrin compared to its total capacity to carry iron. The result is expressed as a percentage.
Transferrin saturation levels can provide important insights into iron status and help diagnose conditions such as iron deficiency or iron overload. Low transferrin saturation may indicate insufficient iron levels, potentially leading to anemia, while high transferrin saturation may suggest excessive iron accumulation in the body, which can be associated with conditions like hemochromatosis or certain liver diseases.
Monitoring transferrin saturation levels can aid in the management of these iron-related disorders and guide appropriate intervention, such as iron supplementation or therapeutic phlebotomy. Healthcare providers use transferrin saturation in conjunction with other blood tests and clinical assessments to gain a comprehensive understanding of a patient's iron status and overall health.
