Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC)
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| Synonyms:
| TIBC; IBC |
| Specimen: | Blood: (1) SST (serum separator tube), Red(no preservative), or Green (lithium or sodium heparin) top vacutainer tube.
Blood should be collected after a 12 hour period of fasting by normal procedures. |
| Volume: | Full primary tube |
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| Collection: | If tube other than an SST is collected, transfer serum or plasma to a tightly capped plastic aliquot tube within 2 hours of collection for transport. Refrigerate at 2-8°C for 7 days; freeze at -20°C for up to 6 months.
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| Rejection Criteria: | Incorrect specimen type- Do Not use EDTA plasma;hemolysis; icteric samples; improper labeling. |
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| Test Use: | Measurements of serum iron and total iron binding capacity are widely used in the diagnosis and treatment of iron deficiency anemia and chronic inflammatory disorders.
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| Testing Facility: | AnMed Laboratory |