Iron Profile test

The Iron Profile test is a blood test used to evaluate iron levels in the body, helping diagnose and monitor iron deficiency, anemia, iron overload disorders (hemochromatosis), and other metabolic conditions. It includes the following key parameters:

Key Components of the Iron Profile:

• Serum Iron: Measures the amount of circulating iron in the blood.
• Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC): Indicates the blood’s capacity to bind and transport iron.
• Transferrin Saturation: Shows the percentage of transferrin (a protein that carries iron) that is bound to iron.
• Ferritin: Measures stored iron in the body; low levels indicate iron deficiency, while high levels suggest iron overload or inflammation.

A low iron profile may indicate iron deficiency anemia, chronic blood loss, or poor dietary intake, leading to fatigue, weakness, and pale skin. A high iron profile may suggest iron overload disorders like hemochromatosis, liver disease, or excessive iron supplementation.