Experiences with

Total iron-binding capacity (TIBC) test

(TIBC)" (Moderately Low, not Low, but below normal). The text in the lab test about TIBC reads, "Measures the blood's capacity to bind iron with transferrin, a protein that combines with ferritin to deliver iron to new red blood cells.

I have a very helpful and understanding doctor in 'Healthcare for Older People' department at the hospital and they recently agreed to test my iron levels.

I am 34F. I had RLS (in my shins) as a teen-early 20s, but it was usually a sign of being tired and going to bed was enough. Eventually it got worse, moved up to my thighs and would not always go away with sleep. The last 3 years became unbearable. I would have it deep in my hips, up my spine and in

I’ve improved my vit D since my last test, when I was under range.Since my last test, about 8 weeks ago, I have been eating liver at least three times a week, as well as some red meat, with an orange or juice for better absorption. I’ve improved my ferritin ( from 49.70) and folate ( from 17.88).

Pathology Investigations Iron/transferrin Serum iron level 19.1 umol/L [9.0 - 30.4] Serum transferrin level 3.18 g/L [1.8 - 3.82] TIBC 71.9 umol/L [45.0 - 72.01 Percentage iron saturation 26.6 %

Adding on to my previous post a few day's ago, with my iron level at 9.3 (10-30) & transferrin saturation at 11.6 (25-45) I'm advised (privately) to consider an iron infusion? Does anyone have any experience of this? Will it be detrimental to my thyroid medication? It feels like renovating a house, you

You gave me very helpful advice after blood test iron panel back in February when results were: units microgm\l Ferritin 77 Iron. 28 Transferrin 2.46 Transferrin saturation 45% Total iron binding capacity 62 and I've been taking iron supplements as you advised alternate days since then.

Hi, Anybodys thoughts on transferrin levels? TSAT seems to be used as ONE marker for "iron sufficiency", and it is rare to see any discussion about the context. TSAT is only a calculation based on transferrin levels and serum iron. Both values are affected by inflammation, nutrition etc. I find

can low iron levels affect heart function? My iron is now 7. I am concerned about side effects of low iron and abnormal transferrin

--Lab Director Note: If TIBC is corrected, the % Saturation will be corrected as well.[/i] I sent thanks to the lead nurse for her prompt follow up with the lab. Errors happen in medical care.

Just had blood results. Shows my iron has plummeted since an iron infusion in February. Now reads 7. Yet comment next to this result is 'normal'. How come. Furtheremore,transferrin says 'abnormal' and I have been feeling very fatigued for the last month or so. Thoughts please before I contact the

I recently posted my iron test results which were on the high side and therefore I didn't need to supplement and if possible I should try to bring my levels down. I am about to start taking Vitamin B supplements based on a Blue Horizon thyroid test.

I have a private Active B12 Test to take this week. So could it be Carpal Tunnel? Or more likely B12 deficiency? Any help would be appreciated. TIA.

Thank you CRP 0.26 IRON 16.2 (10-30) TIBC 55 (45-81) UIBC 38.4 (13-56) TRANSFERRIN SAT 30 (25-45) FERRITIN 99 (30-332)

I'd like to understand my recent ferritin and iron profile results, with unbound iron capacity and TIBC HIGH --and ferritin, iron saturation and iron LOW. My hematologist says it is due to the body producing too many red cells, but mine have improved quite a bit.

Hi there, I’ve posted previously about my husbands severe rls and most recently advised that he started taking pregabalin, this caused low mood and weight gain but did settle his rls a good bit. Since then he has dropped the dose from 175mg to 150 mg of pregabalin but it’s not holding his rls as well

Hi all, relatively new to the forum and just wondered if any might have advice on the best next step I'm 33 living in NZ I've had RLS on and off maybe once in a blue moon since I was a teenager but over the last year there was a huge escalation in symptoms. I believed this was due to amitriptyline

My transferrin saturations is just at 20%. It was recommended I take Iron Ferrous Sulfate but confused at how much and how often. Would appreciate advice on this. Thank you!

High Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC): My TIBC is high, which could suggest iron deficiency as well. I’m curious if these results could point to any specific conditions or if there might be a particular cause I should be aware of.

Back in October 2023: Serum Vitamin B12 919 (191.0 - 663.0) Ferritin 32.5 (30.0 - 400.0) Folate 5.1 (4.5 - 32.2) Iron 12.5 (10.0 - 30.0) Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC) 65.00 (45.0 - 81.0) Transferrin Saturation 19.2 (25.0 - 45.0) Unsaturated Iron Binding