Transferrin

Message
Transferrin is not an orderable test
It is used as a basis for calculating Total Iron Binding Capacity
10.2018


Test Code
NOT ORDERABLE


Alias/See Also
TIBC (Total Iron Binding Capacity)
IRONP


Preferred Specimen
Plasma from a green top (PST) tube


Minimum Volume
1 mL


Transport Container
Green Top (PST) tube


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
2 - 8 oC: 3 days


Methodology
Immunoturbidometric

Setup Schedule
This assay is performed 24 hours per day, 7 days per week


Reference Range
181 - 331 mg/dL




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.