Total Iron Binding Capacity near me in Kalyan

The Total Iron Binding Capacity test, often done as a part of iron studies, tells about the iron status in the body. This test determines the total binding capacity of transferrin, the protein in the blood that is essential to bind iron and facilitate its movement in the body. It helps detect conditions associated with iron deficiency, symptoms of which include pale skin, fatigue, headaches, weakness, etc, or iron overload causing hemochromatosis that can cause damage to organs like the liver or heart. It is available at an affordable price with Tata 1mg labs in Kalyan. 

This test is usually done as a follow-up test to an abnormal complete blood count (CBC) test result. Overnight fasting (8-12 hours) is preferred but not mandatory for this test and avoid taking iron supplements for at least 24 hours prior to sample collection.