Iron Binding Capacity

Message
This result is calculated as 1.4 x Transferrin concentration
This test is performed in the Chemistry Laboratory x5820
10.2018


Test Code
IRONP


Alias/See Also
Transferrin
TIBC


CPT Codes
83550

Includes
Iron,
Iron Binding Capacity


Preferred Specimen
Plasma from a green top (PST) tube


Minimum Volume
1 mL


Instructions
Centrifuge within 2 hours of collection


Transport Container
Green Top (PST) tube


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
2 - 8 oC: 3 days


Methodology
Immunoturbidimetric

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


Reference Range
253 - 463 ug/dL


Clinical Significance
This assay is used in the diagnosis of iron deficiency anemia.




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.