Iron Metabolism Parameters
Laboratory Tests
estimated about CNY 200-500
(estimated about USD 30-75)
1 day
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Description
Iron metabolism parameters assess iron status for diagnosing anemia, overload, or absorption disorders; patients in China may need this test after symptoms like fatigue or abnormal blood counts, with costs typically 200–500 RMB and ChinaMedicalHub assisting with hospital booking and interpreter support.
Main Uses
Diagnosing and monitoring iron deficiency anemia, assessing body's iron stores, evaluating the effectiveness of iron therapy, diagnosing hemochromatosis or other conditions of iron overload, investigating unexplained fatigue or weakness
Normal Range
Serum Iron: 60-170 mcg/dL, Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC): 240-450 mcg/dL, Transferrin Saturation: 20%-50%, Ferritin: 12-300 ng/mL for males, 12-150 ng/mL for females
Low Values - Possible Causes
Iron deficiency anemia, chronic blood loss, inadequate dietary intake, malabsorption syndromes, pregnancy
High Values - Possible Causes
Hemochromatosis, multiple blood transfusions, iron overload, liver disease, alcohol abuse