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Transferrin
Test CodeTRFN
CPT Codes
84466
Preferred Specimen
1.0 ml of Serum collected in an SST tube
Other Acceptable Specimens
Heparin and EDTA plasma
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 24 hours
Refrigerated: 3 days
Frozen: Indefinitely
Refrigerated: 3 days
Frozen: Indefinitely
Methodology
Blanked Endpoint
Setup Schedule
Tuesday and Friday
Clinical Significance
Transferrin is the principle plasma protein for transport of iron. Transferrin levels are used as an aid in the diagnosis of malnutrition, acute inflammation, infection and red blood cell disorders, such as iron deficiency anemia.
Performing Laboratory
206-381 mg/dL
Last Updated: July 19, 2018