Diagnostic test
TOTAL IRON BINDING CAPACITY (TIBC)
About test
What does TOTAL IRON BINDING CAPACITY (TIBC) measure?
This test measures the blood’s capacity to bind and transport iron, mainly through a protein called transferrin. It may be used along with iron and related tests to help evaluate iron availability in the body and investigate possible iron deficiency or iron overload patterns. Results are interpreted in the context of other laboratory findings and clinical information.
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