Iron Deficiency: Which Blood Tests Are Commonly Used?
Common blood tests for iron deficiency include CBC, ferritin, serum iron, TIBC, transferrin saturation, and sometimes CRP or specialty tests. Here’s how they are used and interpreted.
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What Does a High or Low Haptoglobin Result Mean?
Low haptoglobin often points to red blood cell breakdown, while high haptoglobin is usually a nonspecific inflammation signal. Learn how to interpret haptoglobin with LDH, bilirubin, reticulocytes, CBC, liver tests, and symptoms.
What Does a High or Low Transferrin Result Mean?
High transferrin often fits an iron-deficiency pattern, while low transferrin may reflect inflammation, liver disease, protein loss, malnutrition, or iron overload. Learn how to interpret transferrin with ferritin, TIBC, iron, and transferrin saturation.