Get a complete Iron Studies panel at VRX Diagno Lounge, Goregaon West — measures Serum Iron, Ferritin, TIBC, and Transferrin Saturation to diagnose iron-deficiency anaemia, iron overload, and chronic-disease anaemia. Morning sample preferred. Pathologist-reviewed report on the same day. 24×7 home collection.
The Iron Studies panel evaluates the body's iron status by measuring Serum Iron, Total Iron-Binding Capacity (TIBC), Transferrin Saturation, and Ferritin (the body's iron storage marker). It is the standard workup for iron-deficiency anaemia — the most common nutritional deficiency in India — and also detects iron overload in conditions like haemochromatosis or repeated transfusions. Ferritin is also a marker of inflammation. Morning sample preferred for accuracy.
Low ferritin and serum iron with high TIBC — most common cause of anaemia in women and children
Low/normal serum iron with normal-to-high ferritin and low TIBC — seen in chronic infection, inflammation, kidney disease
Very high ferritin with raised transferrin saturation — confirms iron overload syndromes
Routinely advised in pregnancy to identify and treat iron deficiency before delivery
Low ferritin (under 50 ng/mL) is associated with restless-leg syndrome even without anaemia
Identifies and corrects anaemia before elective surgery to reduce transfusion needs
Heavy menstrual bleeding is the most common cause of iron deficiency in this group
Routine in each trimester to maintain adequate iron stores for foetal growth
Common in growth phase — affects cognition and school performance
Plant iron is less bioavailable — annual screening is wise
Piles, ulcers, fibroids, or any chronic blood loss
Both can improve with correction of iron deficiency
Regular donation can deplete iron stores over time
Anaemia of CKD warrants iron studies before erythropoietin therapy
| Parameter | What It Measures | Reference Range |
|---|---|---|
| Serum Iron | Iron transported in plasma | M: 65–175 µg/dL · F: 50–170 µg/dL |
| Total Iron-Binding Capacity (TIBC) | Capacity of transferrin to bind iron | 240–450 µg/dL |
| Transferrin Saturation | Iron / TIBC ratio (%) | 20–50% |
| Ferritin (M) | Iron storage protein — men | 30–400 ng/mL |
| Ferritin (F) | Iron storage protein — women | 13–150 ng/mL |
All four markers within range suggest adequate iron stores. Continue routine yearly screening if you have risk factors.
Low ferritin/serum iron with high TIBC = iron deficiency. High ferritin with raised saturation = iron overload. Low ferritin under 50 ng/mL is also linked to restless-leg syndrome. Your physician will correlate with symptoms and history.
Every report is reviewed by an experienced pathologist with clear interpretation and clinical comment.
If further evaluation is needed — CBC, Reticulocyte Count, Stool Occult Blood, USG abdomen — all available at the Goregaon West centre.
Our Goregaon West centre is on S V Road, easily accessible by train, bus, and auto from all parts of the western suburbs. We provide Iron Studies Test and other pathology services to patients from the following nearby areas:
Trained phlebotomist visits with sterile kit at your convenience. Same-day report via email & WhatsApp.
Visit any of our 3 centres for Iron Studies Test and other diagnostic services — walk-ins welcome
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